James Nyikal

James Nyikal

politician Kenya

James Nyikal is a Kenyan politician and the Member of Parliament for Seme. He is known for his advocacy on health-related issues and has been critical of the Social Health Authority (SHA) regarding the accessibility of healthcare services despite having unutilized funds. Nyikal has highlighted the infrastructural challenges faced by healthcare facilities in Kenya, particularly at the community level, and has called for a more detailed breakdown of how funding is distributed and utilized.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
98,183
Power
194$
Sentiment
6.33
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Kenya 3 6.33 0.18% +0% 53,771,296 98,183 $106,000 194$
Totals 3 53,771,296 98,183 $106,000 194$
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Recent Mentions

Kenya Kenya: Committee chair James Nyikal reminded Duale that while he wasn’t CS at the time, the office of the CS exists in perpetuity and must respond to institutional accountability. 6

The Standard: Duale ordered fresh Mediheal probe after flawed first report

Kenya Kenya: Health Committee Chairperson James Nyikal said there was no need for legislation, challenging legislators to practice what they preach. 5

The Standard: MPs back proposal to compel State employees to use public health care facilities

Kenya Kenya: James Nyikal, the Committee chairman, emphasized the need to protect health facilities during demonstrations. 8

The Standard: House team demands protection of medics, hospitals during demos

Kenya Kenya: The House committee members led by chairman James Nyikal said the sensitive nature of radiation nuclear technology required highest standards of regulation. 6

The Standard: Nuclear agency hosts MPs amid facility upgrade plans

Kenya Kenya: Dr James Nyikal is the chair of the National Assembly Committee on Health. 5

The Standard: Crisis looms as health budget faces Sh67b cut