Infrastructure upgrades continue at Kiptangwanyi Health Centre as the County Government of Nakuru strengthens primary healthcare services through targeted facility improvements and partnerships.

Earlier today, the County Health Infrastructure Coordinator, Gerald Maina, conducted a joint inspection meeting with a team from World Vision Kenya to assess progress on the ongoing renovation works at the facility. The project involves the repurposing of the former maternity block into a modern Laboratory and Maternal and Child Health (MCH) unit, aimed at addressing service gaps at the primary care level.

During the inspection, the team reviewed the scope of works, construction standards, and adherence to the project timeline. The renovation works are currently about 35 per cent complete and are expected to be finalized by mid-March. Once operational, the new units will provide integrated laboratory and MCH services within the same facility, enabling patients to access essential diagnostic tests and maternal and child health care without being referred elsewhere.

The upgraded laboratory will support timely diagnosis and monitoring of common conditions, improving clinical decision-making and continuity of care. The MCH unit will offer antenatal, postnatal, and child wellness services, supporting preventive and promotive health care for mothers and children in Kiptangwanyi and surrounding communities.

The project is being funded by World Vision Kenya at an estimated cost of Ksh 2.4 million and is being implemented in close collaboration with the County Government. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening service delivery at the grassroots level through efficient use of existing infrastructure.

County health officials noted that improving lower-level health facilities plays a key role in reducing congestion at higher-level hospitals by ensuring that routine and preventive services are available closer to where people live. Such investments also contribute to early detection of illnesses and better health outcomes at the community level.

Under the leadership of Governor Susan Kihika, Nakuru County continues to prioritize health infrastructure development as part of broader efforts to strengthen health systems, improve access to care, and support universal health coverage. The ongoing works at Kiptangwanyi Health Centre form part of a wider county programme focused on upgrading facilities, expanding services, and leveraging partnerships to meet the health needs of residents.