Nairobi City County Governor, H.E. Johnson Sakaja, today made a working visit to Mbagathi Hospital, accompanied by the County Executive Committee Member for Health, Wellness and Nutrition,Miss Suzanne Silantoi and the Chief Officer in the Office of the Governor, Miss Princilla Mahinda.

The delegation was warmly received by the Hospital’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Alex Irungu, and Medical Superintendent, Dr. Erica Koima, alongside other members of the hospital staff.

During the visit, Governor Sakaja inspected ongoing service delivery across various departments, engaged with healthcare professionals, and interacted with patients to better understand their experiences. This visit is part of the county’s continued commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure and ensuring high standards of service for all Nairobians.

Mbagathi Hospital continues to cement its reputation as a centre of excellence in healthcare provision. Through strategic leadership, dedicated medical staff, and continuous investment in infrastructure and capacity-building, the hospital remains at the forefront of delivering quality and accessible medical services in Nairobi County.

The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to strengthening Nairobi’s healthcare system and commended the Mbagathi Hospital team for their hard work, professionalism, and dedication to public service.

Ms. Jodi B. Herman and Ms. Molly Barlow from the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, alongside officials from the American Embassy, visited Mbagathi County Hospital to discuss partnerships in healthcare provision.

They were received by County Secretary Mr. Godfrey Akumali, Hospital CEO Dr. Alex Irungu, and the Hospital Management Team. The County Secretary highlighted H.E Gov Sakaja’s vision in healthcare, briefing the team on health sector achievements and ongoing reforms. On his part, the CEO appreciated the visitors support and sought to strengthen collaboration in healthcare delivery.

Mr.Edward Okaro of Safaricom Foundation Board based in S.Africa, Mr. James Ludcow of Safaricom/Vodafone, UK and Mr. Mutembei Safaricom, Kenya visited Mbagathi County Hospital for a follow-up meeting on establishing a Maternal & Child Health Centre of Excellence. They donated Mama Dignity Packs to maternity patients and were warmly received by the Hospital CEO Dr. Alex Irungu, alongside Medical Superintendent,Dr Ericah Koima and head of Clinical Services Dr. Beatrice Mwangi, NSM Lynette Kinara, and staff.

Equity delegation led by Joseph Mbai, EBS, General Manager – Health Sector, paid a courtesy call to Mbagathi County Hospital to extend CSR support. They were warmly received by The CEO Dr. Alex Irungu, Med supt Dr ericah and other executive team . Also present was Chief Officer for Health Facilities,Mr Ibrahim Otieno who expressed appreciation to the team’s efforts on implementing H.E Gov Sakaja’s manifesto. The visit underscored Equity’s commitment to strengthening healthcare services in Nairobi.

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