Mandera County Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif on April 17 reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to revitalizing healthcare services during a high-level visit to the Mandera County Teaching and Referral Hospital.
The visit featured a strategic engagement with the hospital’s leadership team, focusing on strengthening healthcare service delivery and accelerating infrastructure development across the county.
In a meeting attended by senior health officials and hospital administrators, Governor Khalif emphasized the centrality of quality healthcare in his government’s agenda, pledging substantial investments to upgrade facilities, introduce advanced technologies, and improve patient care systems.
He reiterated that no sub-county would be left behind in the ongoing health sector transformation.
Central to the discussions was the planned introduction of a modern electronic medical records (EMR) system at the Teaching and Referral Hospital.
Governor Khalif noted that the digitization of health records would significantly improve data management, enhance service efficiency, and ensure better patient tracking and clinical decision-making.
In a show of proactive leadership, the governor assured the hospital’s management of the county’s commitment to enhancing the facility’s medical equipment capacity.
He ordered an urgent renovation and upgrading of key specialized clinics, including the surgical, internal medicine, gynecology, ophthalmology, ENT (ear, nose, and throat), and psychiatric departments.
These improvements, he said, are critical in expanding access to specialized healthcare services and boosting utilization rates across the county.
Governor Khalif also directed immediate infrastructural adjustments to prepare for the anticipated installation of MRI and CT scan machines—major additions that will greatly enhance the county’s diagnostic capabilities.
He stressed the importance of fast-tracking the infrastructure projects to ensure timely delivery of services to residents.
Acknowledging the relentless efforts of hospital personnel, Governor Khalif commended the medical staff for their resilience and dedication, especially in sustaining emergency and inpatient care under challenging conditions.
He pledged continued support for healthcare workers, recognizing them as the backbone of Mandera’s health service delivery system.
Further underlining his administration’s health agenda, the governor announced the procurement of additional dialysis machines for both the Mandera County Teaching and Referral Hospital and Elwak Referral Hospital.
The move aims to respond to the rising demand for dialysis services and address the growing burden of kidney-related ailments within the county.
The governor’s visit sparked varied reactions online, with many residents applauding his commitment to healthcare improvement.
Diriye Haji praised him, posting, “Mark the MAK (Mohamed Adan Khalif) is dedicated to transforming the lives of Mandera residents through quality, effective, and efficient healthcare services. Excellent job. Mark the MAK.”
Similarly, Umu-Mushka Adan expressed optimism, stating, “Good job Your Excellency #TANO TENA,” while another resident, Siraji Mwenyewe, echoed support with the remark, “Kumi bila break.”
However, not all reactions were positive. Some residents raised concerns over unresolved issues within the health sector.
Khadira Adan urged the governor to personally visit the Renal Ward to assess conditions firsthand, while Mohamud Ibrahim criticized delays in salary payments for staff, commenting, “Upto today no salary. What is the use of equipment while staff are suffering? Maliza ule muda ndogo ili upak na uende nyumbani mapema InshaAllah.”
Despite the mixed feedback, Governor Khalif’s visit underlines a broader commitment to strengthening Mandera’s healthcare systems, demonstrating an administration striving to balance infrastructural investments with improved service delivery and personnel welfare.
As the initiatives unfold, the county’s healthcare sector faces both opportunities and challenges, with residents and stakeholders keenly watching the impact of the reforms on service quality and accessibility.
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