The government has reaffirmed commitment to building resilient and inclusive health systems through strengthened community structures and a renewed emphasis on preventive and primary healthcare.
Speaking during the Nation Health Summit, which brought together health leaders, partners, and stakeholders to reflect on Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) journey, the Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards, Mary Muthoni highlighted the critical role of community-level interventions in achieving sustainable health outcomes.
“Kenya’s UHC journey is built on the foundation of strong community systems. By prioritizing primary healthcare, empowering our Community Health Promoters, and promoting preventive health, we are laying the groundwork for a resilient and inclusive health system that leaves no one behind,” said Mary Muthoni.
The Summit served as a platform to review key milestones, share lessons learned, and explore strategies to sustain progress.
Deliberations centered on disease prevention, personal and environmental hygiene, and the transformative impact of Community Health Promoters (CHPs), who are now trained, equipped, and leveraging real-time data to address health needs at the grassroots.
The Principal Secretary emphasized the Ministry’s ongoing investments in primary care infrastructure, expansion of health insurance coverage, and public engagement efforts aimed at building trust and confidence in the health system.