New Mother and Child Complex Opens at Kapsabet County Referral Hospital
300‑bed complex inaugurated at Kapsabet County Referral Hospital in Emgwen Constituency, Nandi County
In Brief
- •300‑bed complex inaugurated at Kapsabet County Referral Hospital in Emgwen Constituency, Nandi County
- •Upgrades raise bed capacity from 200 to 500 and operating theatres from 2 to 5, adding a 10‑bed adult ICU and an 18‑bed preterm neonatal ICU
- •Ministry of Health equipped the facility through the National Equipment Service Programme at a cost of Ksh392 million
- •President laid foundation stone for a KSh500 million Kapsabet County Referral Hospital Complex, slated for completion in March 2027
- •The development supports Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage reform agenda
Why It Matters
The new Mother and Child complex will significantly enhance maternal and neonatal care in Nandi County, providing critical services such as intensive care and advanced diagnostics that were previously limited. By expanding bed capacity and operating theatres, the hospital can accommodate more patients and reduce wait times, directly improving health outcomes for mothers and infants. This upgrade aligns with Kenya’s broader Universal Health Coverage goals, ensuring that citizens registered with the Social Health Authority receive quality, comprehensive care closer to home. The investment also signals continued governmental commitment to strengthening public health infrastructure, which can stimulate local economies and improve workforce productivity.
Key Details
- Facility Bed Capacity
- 300 beds
- Total Bed Capacity After Upgrade
- 500 beds
- Operating Theatres After Upgrade
- 5 theatres
- Equipment Cost
- Ksh392 million
- Complex Foundation Stone Cost
- Ksh500 million
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