Prof. Allan Ragi, ED-KANCO receiving an award for Social Work Organizations and Funds from Oxford Awards Agency on behalf of KANCO at their offices in London, UK.
Celebratory photo of KANCO staff with Allan Ragi, Executive Director KANCO after he was bestowed an Honorary Professor title by the Academic Union, Oxford
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KANCO Partnered with the Beyond Zero Medical Safari 5th Edition Cabinet Secretary Health Siciliy Kariuki, making remarks and there after launching the Eastern Africa Harm Reduction Network during the 1st Eastern Africa Harm Reduction conference Cabinet Secretary Health Siciliy Kariuki (Centre), Director of medical services Dr. Jackson Kioko, Head of preventive and promotive services (NASCOP)-Dr. Peter Cherutich, Executive Director KANCO, Mr. Allan Ragi Delegates from the Eastern Africa UNODC, Ministry of Health and other stakeholders pose for a photo during the opening ceremony of the conference Our Executive Director Prof. Allan Ragi makes a keynote address at the
high-level workshop on the enhancement of healthcare through domestic mobilisation for the Central Region Economic Block (CEREB) CECMs for Finance and Health.

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KANCO is a premier membership organization of Non-Governmental Organizations with the mission to improve the Health and Well-Being of Communities through Capacity Building and Innovative Leadership. This is achieved through four strategies; policy and advocacy; improving access to health; strengthening KANCO as an institution and developing a strong unified membership and research, learning and innovation.

Over the years KANCO has horned operations at the national, regional and global level, with advocacy partnership pushing for access to people centred and sustainable health services, towards the realization of healthy people and empowered communities.

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Breaking the Silence: Embracing Mental Health in May 2024

Article by: Joyce Katiku; Programme Manager, KANCO

As May unfolds its blossoms, it not only brings the promise of spring but also serves as a poignant reminder to nurture our mental well-being. Designated as Mental Health Awareness Month, May prompts us to pause, reflect, and amplify our understanding of mental health issues, fostering a culture of empathy and support. In May 2024, the theme resonates with a powerful call to action: “

KANCO AWARDED AT THE BIZZ AWARDS 2022

KANCO is proud to announce that we have won the prestigious BIZZ award for Most Inspirational Company. This award recognizes organizations that inspire and motivate their employees, as well as their customers and clients.

Founded in the year 1997, KANCO has always been dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and beyond. We believe that by empowering our employees and fostering a culture of inspiration,

Kenya CSOs advocacy on vaccine manufacture in Kenya

Allan Ragi, Executive Director KANCO led a delegation of Kenya CSOs to meet with Dr. Rashid Aman – Chief Administrative Secretary, Ministry of Health to discuss on the ratification of hosting of African Medicines Agency in Kenya.

Introduction – Establishment of AMA

Since last year coalition of CSOs have been advocating for health equity and access to vaccines.

The African Medicines Agency (AMA) Treaty has been signed by the majority of African countries,

KANCO Awarded at the East African Leadership Award 2020

On 10th November 2020, KANCO received two awards during the East African Leadership Award 2020 event. The awards are for the Dream Company to Work for and Innovative Leadership Award 2020 categories.

In the Dream Company to work for KANCO was recognized for being an organization that is not just people centered but one that strives to achieve excellence in the areas of engagements.

KANCO Newsletter October 2019_Isssue 4.

50th Lung Conference; Science, Leadership and Action to end TB

Inside this issue:

  • The 50th Union World Conference on Lung Health 
  • Stakeholders Consultations Ahead of the SUN Global Gathering
  • Profiling the “Right to Food’   ahead of the UPR meeting in Vienna 2020
  • KANCO appreciated by WACI Health Director for continued support

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World Food Day 2019 Reflections

As we mark the World Food Day 2019, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2, that envisions zero hunger, under theme “Our actions are our future. Healthy diets for zero hunger’ we must remember that the future begins today, it is the little routine actions that amount to the great impact that we desire.

Globally the triple burden of malnutrition (undernutrition, micro-nutrient deficiency and Overweight/obesity) continues to bite, coupled with the rise of communicable diseases with nutritional implications that continue to be exacerbated by poor dietary habits.

Celebrating Prof. Allan Ragi: KANCO’s International Diamond Prize Winner for Excellence in Quality 2023 by ESQR

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In the realm of excellence and quality, there are rare individuals who stand out for their exceptional contributions and unwavering dedication. Prof. Allan Ragi, a distinguished figure in his field, has been honored with the prestigious International Diamond Prize for Excellence in Quality 2023 by the European Society for Quality Research (ESQR) on behalf of KANCO. This esteemed recognition is a testament to Prof. Ragi’s commitment to excellence, his profound impact on society,

KANCO and Prof. Allan Ragi Honored with Peak of Success Award at Bizz Awards

In a magnificent ceremony held at the prestigious Bizz Awards in Astana, Kazakhstan, the Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium (KANCO) and its remarkable Executive Director, Prof. Allan Ragi, were presented with the highly coveted Peak of Success Award. This esteemed recognition serves as a testament to Prof. Ragi’s relentless dedication, exemplary leadership, and outstanding contributions in the fight against HIV/AIDS and the promotion of public health in Kenya and beyond. The honor is a well-deserved acknowledgment of KANCO’s exceptional efforts and Prof.

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Breaking the Silence: Embracing Mental Health in May 2024

Article by: Joyce Katiku; Programme Manager, KANCO As May unfolds its blossoms, it not only brings the promise...

KANCO AWARDED AT THE BIZZ AWARDS 2022 KANCO is proud to announce that we have won the prestigious...

Kenya CSOs advocacy on vaccine manufacture in Kenya

Allan Ragi, Executive Director KANCO led a delegation of Kenya CSOs to meet with Dr. Rashid Aman –...

Suffering in silence. TB patients endure stigma associated with Covid

https://www.kbc.co.ke/suffering-in-silence-tb-patients-endure-stigma-associated-with-covid/

KANCO Awarded at the East African Leadership Award 2020

On 10th November 2020, KANCO received two awards during the East African Leadership Award 2020 event. The awards...

KANCO Newsletter October 2019_Isssue 4.

50th Lung Conference; Science, Leadership and Action to end TB Inside this issue: The 50th Union World Conference...

World Food Day 2019 Reflections

As we mark the World Food Day 2019, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2, that...

Celebrating Prof. Allan Ragi: KANCO’s International Diamond Prize Winner for Excellence in Quality 2023 by ESQR

Introduction: In the realm of excellence and quality, there are rare individuals who stand out for their exceptional...

KANCO and Prof. Allan Ragi Honored with Peak of Success Award at Bizz Awards

In a magnificent ceremony held at the prestigious Bizz Awards in Astana, Kazakhstan, the Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium...

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