Uasin Gishu Governor Dr. Bii Flags Off KSh 21.5M Drug Consignment to Boost Healthcare
Dr. Bii also commended Mama Rachel Maternity Hospital for its exemplary services, noting a growing patient base due to the hospital’s high standards of care.
Uasin Gishu County has received a significant boost in healthcare delivery following the flagging off of essential drug supplies worth KSh 21.5 million to 138 health facilities across the county. Photo/Uasin Gishu County.
By Robert Assad
Uasin Gishu County has received a significant boost in healthcare delivery following the flagging off of essential drug supplies worth KSh 21.5 million to 138 health facilities across the county.
Presiding over the event on Wednesday, Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii Chelilim said the delivery marks the first batch of a larger KSh 36 million order placed with the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA). The remaining drugs, valued at KSh 14.5 million, are expected within two weeks.
“We have received drugs worth 21.5 million after our order of 36 million. The deficit of 14.5 million will be delivered in two weeks through the back order,” Dr. Bii explained.
He underscored his administration’s dedication to strengthening healthcare as a key pillar of development, stressing the critical role timely drug supply plays in quality patient care.
“As a county, we are committed to ensuring that our health facilities are well equipped to serve the people. Access to quality healthcare is non-negotiable,” he stated.
Dr. Bii also commended Mama Rachel Maternity Hospital for its exemplary services, noting a growing patient base due to the hospital’s high standards of care.
The drug consignment is expected to significantly reduce shortages in public facilities and improve service delivery across the county, benefiting thousands of residents and easing pressure on healthcare workers.
Accompanying the governor at the event were Deputy Governor Hon. Evans Kapkea, County Executive for Health Services Dr. Abraham Serem, Chief of Staff Dr. Patrick Chumba, and Chief Officer for Preventive and Promotive Health Dr. Paul Wangwe.
The county leadership reiterated their commitment to ensuring that all health facilities—whether in urban centres or remote areas—remain adequately stocked and equipped to provide timely and quality medical services.
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