The inSenior officials from Kenya’s Ministry of Health paid a courtesy call on Laikipia County Deputy Governor Reuben Kamuri and Deputy County Commissioner Patrick Muli ahead of the launch of the Epuka Uchafu Afya Nyumbani campaign.
The initiative is part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to strengthen preventive and promotive health and advance Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Kenya.
During the meeting, the Ministry’s team, led by Senior Deputy Secretary Mawira Mungania, discussed strategies to integrate the campaign into existing Community Health and Primary Care Networks.
Discussions also explored Public–Private Partnerships to enhance solid-waste management and ensure effective implementation and sustainability of the programme at the community level.
Both leaders emphasized the critical role of collaboration between national government administrative officers and county leadership in enhancing primary healthcare delivery.
The campaign aims to raise awareness on household hygiene, reduce health risks associated with poor sanitation, and empower communities to maintain cleaner and healthier environments.
The “Epuka Uchafu Afya Nyumbani” initiative reflects Kenya’s continued commitment to preventive health measures and the promotion of sustainable, community-driven healthcare interventions.
By Michelle Ndaga
