•The Impromptu Visit Has Spotlighted Healthcare Gaps In a bold move underscoring the critical role of oversight in Kenya’s devolved healthcare system, a delegation of Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) from Isiolo County conducted an impromptu visit to the Isiolo County Teaching and Referral Hospital(ICTRH). This unannounced inspection followed the recent delivery of a […]
•Stakeholders Hail the Move as ‘Strategic’ to Bolster Healthcare Reforms In a pivotal development for Kenya’s healthcare landscape, Dr. Richard Lesiyampe Leserian has been appointed as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), the nation’s premier referral facility. The announcement, made on August 18, 2025, by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, […]
•The Appointment Has Been Hailed As a New Era of Excellence in Kenyan Healthcare In a landmark announcement, Dr. Zeinab Gura Roka, ndc (K), has been confirmed as the substantive Chief Executive Officer of Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH), marking a pivotal moment for one of Kenya’s premier healthcare institutions. Following a […]
Nairobi, Kenya| In a resolute move to restore integrity and transparency to Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) program, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has announced sweeping reforms, including a crackdown on thousands of ghost workers and the reinstatement of 316 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) graduates wrongfully excluded from internship placements. The announcements, made […]
In a landmark achievement for Lamu County’s healthcare system, King Fahd Hospital has successfully performed its first-ever laparoscopic radical nephrectomy, a minimally invasive surgery to remove a cancerous kidney. This groundbreaking procedure marks a significant step forward in providing advanced medical care to residents of Lamu, reducing the need for costly referrals to urban centers […]
In a heartfelt plea, patients living with sickle cell disease in Kenya are calling on the government to subsidize the cost of hydroxyurea, a critical medication used to manage the debilitating symptoms of this chronic condition. The appeal highlights the financial strain faced by many patients, particularly those from low-income households, who struggle to afford […]
In a sweeping move to overhaul Kenya’s healthcare system, the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC), in partnership with the Digital Health Agency (DHA) and the Social Health Authority (SHA), has closed 728 non-compliant health facilities and downgraded 301 others. This crackdown is part of a broader initiative to digitize healthcare services, enhance accountability, […]
•Isiolo Youth and Stakeholders Unite in Multi-Agency Effort to Combat Health and Social Challenges In a united front to address pressing health and social issues affecting young people, the Maisha Youth Movement—Isiolo Chapter—recently spearheaded a comprehensive awareness campaign in collaboration with a wide range of government and civil society partners. The initiative, held under the […]
Nairobi, Kenya|Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Aden Duale has inaugurated an Independent Investigative Committee tasked with probing allegations of malpractice and ethical violations in organ transplant procedures at the Mediheal Group of Hospitals. The move, formalized through Gazette Notice No. 78 dated April 23, 2025, underscores the government’s commitment to restoring public trust and ensuring accountability […]
Mediheal Group of Hospitals, headquartered in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, has strongly refuted allegations linking it to illegal organ trafficking, particularly concerning kidney transplant procedures. Speaking through its legal team, the hospital maintained its innocence, emphasizing its commitment to ethical and professional standards in medical care. Hospital’s Defense Against Allegations Addressing the media, Senior Counsel […]
