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Ministry probes after arrest of medical intern

OMUTHIYA – The Ministry of Health and Social Services has launched an internal administrative investigation following the arrest of a medical intern stationed at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital over an alleged rape incident. In a media statement issued on Monday, the ministry said it had taken note of the rape allegations, which reportedly occurred on 18... The post Ministry probes after arrest of medical intern appeared first on New Era .

New Era22 Jul 2026, 10:00 am
Ministry probes after arrest of medical intern

OMUTHIYA – The Ministry of Health and Social Services has launched an internal administrative investigation following the arrest of a medical intern stationed at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital over an alleged rape incident.

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In a media statement issued on Monday, the ministry said it had taken note of the rape allegations, which reportedly occurred on 18 July 2026.

Health executive director Penda Ithindi said the allegations are being treated with the seriousness they deserve. “The ministry treats these allegations with the utmost seriousness.

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Originally published by New Era on 22 Jul 2026, 10:00 am. View original article
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