Dr. Greg Ganda

21/09/2025

Had a great breakfast meeting with Emilie Chambers, CEO of Living Goods, together with Mandy Folse, their Chief of External Affairs, ahead of our high-level sessions at UNGA.

Living Goods has played a catalytic role in strengthening Kisumu’s primary healthcare. Five years ago, invited by our Governor, they financed phones and internet for all 2,998 CHWs and gave technical support to roll out Community Health Kisumu. The County Government coinvested over KES 140M in that year to operationalize community health, including KES 40M for training.

This year, as we push our vision of Wellness in Kisumu, we are again working with Living Goods. After the county investing in the infrastructure required for one wellness center per ward, they are now helping us train CHPs on mental health and chronic illnesses.

Through support from Johnson and Johnson, our PHC workers will also be trained in mental health management—creating clear referral pathways after screening at our level 1, 2 and 3 facilities.

Kisumu’s journey shows how strong partnerships and local investment can deliver real change in primary healthcare. We look forward to sharing these lessons with the world at UNGA, and learning form others. 🌍

21/09/2025

Honored to be speaking at ’s Smart Investments in Tough Times during tomorrow morning. Together, we’re calling for professional CHWs as a cornerstone of resilient health systems. We’re championing making professional CHWs the norm—join the movement and share your thoughts. .

21/09/2025

When we were younger, men’s long-distance races were the highlight. Today, the tables have turned. watching Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet is truly spectacular! Congratulations to both of them! I loved watching the race

17/09/2025

On behalf of the County Government, I received a generous donation from Sun King — a full solar system for Simba Upepo Health Center in Kisumu East. This system will enable the facility to operate 24 hours off-grid, ensuring the digital ecosystem functions seamlessly, vaccines are safely stored in refrigerators, and security lights remain on throughout the night.
We sincerely appreciate Sun King for this impactful contribution towards strengthening primary healthcare in our communities.

16/09/2025

From “Illness to wellness”. Every ward now has a facility focused on keeping our people healthy and thriving. If you are a resident of Kisumu, Visit your nearest health and wellness center today and take charge of your health, and don’t miss the days set aside for your needs! Men’s day coming up

𝗔 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵!
​It's time to put your health first. The Railways Health and Wellness Centre is hosting a special Men's Mental Health Awareness Day on September 17, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

​This is more than just a check-up; it's a chance to take control of your well-being, both physically and mentally. Our team will be on-site to provide a range of free and discounted services, including:
​Comprehensive Health Check-ups: Get a free check on your blood pressure, blood sugar, and BMI. We're also offering HIV testing and counseling, along with STI screening.

​Mental Health Support: We'll have confidential discussions on topics like depression, stress, and substance use. Your mental health matters, and we're here to help.
​Lifestyle & Nutrition Advice: Learn how to improve your diet and fitness with personalized guidance. You can also get important information on sexual and reproductive health.

​Chronic Disease Screening: Get screened for hypertension and diabetes, and receive referrals to specialists if needed.
​Social Health Insurance (SHA) Registration: We'll provide help with SHA registration and enrollment, making it easier to access the care you deserve.

​Come on your own or bring a friend. Your health is important, and this is the perfect opportunity to prioritize it.

14/09/2025

Congratulations KCB on winning the Dala 7s! I hadn’t realized rugby had such a huge fan base here in Kisumu. Kudos as well to Kisumu RFC for hosting such a well-organized event — and special recognition to their chair, my fellow upcoming Gyn Onc, Dr. Gabriel.

14/09/2025

11/09/2025

About 500,000 people out of Kisumu s 1.3million population reside or operate within the city. Joined the Governor H.E Prof. Anyang' Nyong'o and Deputy Governor Mathew Owili for the official opening of the African Smart Cities & Townships Alliance (ASCA) Summit in Kisumu.

The forum brings together stakeholders from across the continent to explore innovative, technology-driven solutions for urban growth, sustainability, and improved service delivery. Sharing knowledge for a smart, inclusive, and resilient urban development in Africa.

10/09/2025

This morning, I held a high-level breakfast meeting with the Emergency Operations Center team led by Incident Manager Dr. Kiyaka, together with the City Management team led by the Deputy City Manager. Our discussions focused on strengthening emergency coordination within the city.
We resolved that the City and the County Department of Health will operate one unified Emergency Operations Centerbringing together all critical services — fire, police, ambulance, and health. This integration will greatly enhance coordination and improve response times during emergencies.
In line with global best practices, we further agreed that the dispatch center will be located at the Fire Station. Fortunately, the city’s fire station design had already factored in a dispatch center, which will now be retrofitted to accommodate this joint hub.
This is a major step toward building a safer, more resilient city for all.

09/09/2025

Kisumu County Referral Hospital is the county’s next major investment facility, following the successful upgrade and handover of JOOTRH as a Level 6 hospital. This transition positions Kisumu County Referral Hospital to take on an increasingly vital role in delivering high-quality, accessible county services as JOOTRH assumes its expanded mandate as a regional referral hub.

During an unannounced visit, I toured the maternity wing and held candid discussions with the nurse in charge, Ms. Chiga Getrude—a graduate nurse pursuing a master’s in midwifery—whose exceptional leadership is driving real transformation on the ground.

I was deeply encouraged by the significant progress made in strengthening data review practices and the noticeable positive shift in staff attitudes. The three obstetricians recently deployed there are also setting an impressive standard, demonstrating remarkable commitment and leading from the front.

Equally important are the infrastructural improvements underway. We are nearing completion of a new maternity theatre and expanding the postnatal ward, investments that will enhance space, efficiency, and quality of care for mothers and newborns. The wards will be renovated as we await construction of new facilities.

Happy that KCRH is steadily evolving into a model of excellence that will safeguard the health and wellbeing of Jo Kisumo. Step by step, tutafika

09/09/2025

Held discussions with Africa Health Business and Terumo Health on research to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of apheresis. Terumo is undertaking a multi-country study on this, and we further explored innovative approaches for cost-effective machine acquisition, such as placement models. I advised them to support the development of protocols to guide the appropriate use of apheresis machines, ensuring safeguards against misuse and overuse thereby increasing cost of care.

I am encouraged that sustained advocacy over the years has yielded progress: Social Health Insurance now provides partial coverage for sickle cell treatment, and SHA has incorporated the cost of apheresis into its financial model.

The team also visited Victoria Hospital, designated as the Sickle Cell and Hematology Center of Excellence, as well as Kombewa Sub-County Hospital, and held discussions with the CEO of JOOTRH.