The Government of Kenya is intensifying efforts to end preventable maternal and newborn deaths through strengthened health systems, policy reforms, and sustained investment in quality care.
Speaking during the Ministry of Health Kenya pre-conference ahead of the International Maternal and Newborn Health Conference (IMNHC) 2026, held under the theme “Commitment to Impact: Kenya’s Journey to Ending Preventable Maternal and Newborn Deaths,” Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni highlighted progress made and outlined key priority interventions.
These include the expansion of skilled birth attendance, strengthening of referral systems, increased investment in health infrastructure, integration of services within primary healthcare, and scaling up of community-based care.
The Principal Secretary noted that despite progress, gaps remain among vulnerable and hard-to-reach populations, underscoring the need for targeted, data-driven interventions to address persistent inequities.
She emphasised the importance of stronger collaboration, sustained investment, innovation, and accountability to translate commitments into measurable impact, reaffirming Kenya’s commitment to building a resilient and inclusive health system that improves outcomes for mothers and newborns.
By Anthony Solly
