State Department for Medical Services

21/10/2025

The Ministry of Health is advancing plans to strengthen local vaccine manufacturing through collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and key national stakeholders.

In a meeting at Afya House, Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, engaged Dr. Emmanuel Nzani, Chair of the Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Board, and Dr. Charles Githinji, Chair of the Kenya Biovax Institute, on strategies to expand vaccine production and promote self-reliance in health commodities.

The discussions, building on earlier engagements in Washington, D.C., reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to positioning Kenya as a regional hub for vaccine research, development, and manufacturing.

21/10/2025

Kenya, Global Partners Deepen Collaboration to Advance Health Research and Wellness

Kenya is expanding collaboration in health research and innovation through a partnership between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) and the Kenya Women and Children Wellness Centre (KWCWC), supported by the James R. Jordan Foundation International.

During a meeting at Afya House on 21 October 2025, Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, met Ms. Deloris Jordan, Founder of the James R. Jordan Foundation International, to review progress in the joint initiative aimed at strengthening forensic laboratory services, enhancing health data systems, and promoting women’s and children’s wellness.

Also present were Dr. Linet Ongeri from the Kenya Medical Research Institute and Mr. Gilbert Ashuku from the Kenya Women and Children Wellness Centre.

The discussions explored opportunities for joint funding, training, and capacity building, aligning with Kenya’s goal of achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through innovation and strategic partnerships.

20/10/2025

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19/10/2025

Farewell to Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, EGH

The nation today bid farewell to Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, EGH, at a State Funeral in Bondo, Siaya County.

Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, joined President Dr. William Ruto, former Presidents Uhuru Kenyatta and Olusegun Obasanjo, Cabinet Secretaries, dignitaries, and thousands of mourners in honouring a statesman whose courage, resilience, and lifelong commitment to justice and democracy shaped Kenya’s history.

19/10/2025

19/10/2025

His life reminds us that greatness is found in selfless service and the courage to stand firm for what is right.

19/10/2025

May his soul rest in eternal peace.

His legacy of service, integrity, and patriotism will continue to inspire generations.

16/10/2025

The Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has confirmed the deployment of 36 ambulances to support emergency medical coverage during the reception of the Late Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga at JKIA.

Deployment breakdown:
1️⃣ Kenya Red Cross – 20 ambulances
2️⃣ St. John Ambulance – 4 ambulances
3️⃣ Nairobi Disaster Service – 3 ambulances
4️⃣ Nairobi Emergency Services – 8 ambulances
5️⃣ Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) – 1 ambulance

A Port Health ambulance will also be on standby to provide additional support, with plans underway to extend coverage to Kisumu and Siaya Counties.

15/10/2025