Kenyan Health Ministry And UNOPS Discuss Partnership For Infrastructure And Equipment Development

Nairobi, Kenya, Monday 27 March 2023 

The Principal Secretary of the State Department of Medical Services in Kenya, Eng Peter Tum, welcomed a team from the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) earlier today. Led by Rainer Frauenfeld, Director East & Southern Africa Hub, and Emma Akinyi, Partnership Development Senior Officer, the team discussed potential areas of partnership between UNOPS and the Ministry of Health (MOH) in Kenya, with a particular focus on infrastructure development and equipment in the healthcare sector.
During the meeting, the PS highlighted the successful history of collaboration between UNOPS and MOH in the area of immunization campaigns. The discussion centered around how the potential partnership between UNOPS and MOH could enhance access to quality healthcare services in Kenya and contribute to achieving the country's healthcare objectives.
With a focus on infrastructure development and equipment, the potential partnership between UNOPS and MOH in Kenya is expected to pave the way for more efficient and effective healthcare services in the country. “As a result, this development is a positive step towards improving the health and wellbeing of Kenyans and strengthening the partnership between UNOPS and MOH,” said the PS. 
The meeting was a promising move towards enhancing the healthcare sector in Kenya and improving the quality of life for the people of the country.