A strategic cooperation between the Ministry of Health and the African Development Bank (ADB) has been formed to combat the region’s mounting non-communicable disease problem.
The goal of this collaboration, which is being led by Mrs. Hendrina C. Doroba, Country Manager of ADB’s Education and Skills Development Division, is to improve healthcare services and infrastructure in order to foster a healthier future.
Today’s consultative discussion covered important initiatives to be included in the country strategic plan with Harry Kimtai, Principal Secretary, State Department for Medical Services.
Building a Level 6 facility in Londiani, which will function as a trauma centre to address the urgent healthcare demands brought on by the rising number of traffic accidents in the area, is one of the primary objectives.
Additionally, a Level 6 centre of excellence is being considered for Bungoma County. Its goals include completely addressing sickle cell disease as well as serving as a regional blood centre to improve blood transfusion services.
This collaborative effort represents a significant stride towards achieving Universal Health Coverage, as outlined in the Kenya Government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.
