Kenya Accelerates Healthcare Transformation with AfDB Partnership
Nairobi, Kenya - 34 - Health Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale held in-depth discussions with a delegation from the African Development Bank (AfDB), led by Ms. Hendrina Doroba, focusing on transformative health projects set to revolutionise service delivery across Kenya. The meeting highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring quality, accessible, and equitable healthcare for all citizens.
A central focus of the talks was the planned construction of a Level 6 specialised trauma hospital in Londiani, which will respond to the increasing burden of road traffic accidents in the region. The project is expected to enhance emergency care and provide lifesaving services to those who need them most.
The discussions also reviewed progress on the proposed Level 6 Centre of Excellence in Bungoma County, a facility designed to deliver comprehensive care for Sickle Cell Disease and serve as a regional blood centre. This initiative is set to significantly strengthen Kenya’s blood transfusion capacity, supporting both routine and emergency medical needs across the region.
In addition, the meeting explored the launch and full operationalisation of the East Africa Kidney Institute (EAKI), a collaborative initiative between the Government of Kenya and its partners. Once operational, EAKI will expand specialised kidney care, provide enhanced training for health professionals, and reduce reliance on costly international referrals, making life-saving care more accessible to Kenyans.
CS Duale reaffirmed the government’s commitment to decentralising specialised medical services, ensuring that every Kenyan, regardless of location, can access high-quality and affordable care. He emphasised that these initiatives not only strengthen the health sector but also align with the Government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda, contributing to Kenya’s broader social and economic resilience.
The discussions were attended by Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr Ouma Oluga, Director General for Health Dr Patrick Amoth, Ministry’s Curative and Nursing Services Director Dr Toro, and Head of Infrastructure, Projects and Grants Dr Hezron Omollo, underscoring the collaborative approach between the government and its development partners in advancing Kenya’s health agenda.