The Government is strengthening health infrastructure through major investments aimed at expanding access to quality healthcare and supporting the delivery of Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
Kenya Health Infrastructure Investment
Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga said KSh 29 billion is being invested in the construction of 13 Level 5 hospitals across the country. Each hospital will have a capacity of 300 beds and is expected to provide a wider range of specialised medical services closer to communities.
The investment is part of ongoing efforts to improve the country’s healthcare system by increasing the availability of specialised services at the county and regional levels. The new facilities are also expected to help ease pressure on existing referral hospitals, which continue to serve patients requiring advanced medical care.
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Dr. Oluga noted that investment in physical health facilities must be accompanied by sustainable healthcare financing to ensure that the infrastructure can effectively serve Kenyans.
He called on Kenyans to register with and contribute to the Social Health Authority (SHA), saying participation in the health financing system is important in ensuring people can access healthcare services when they need them.
Financing Kenya Health Infrastructure
The Government has continued to emphasise the role of healthcare financing alongside investment in facilities, equipment and human resources. Sustainable financing can help support the operation of health facilities and ensure that investments in **Kenya health infrastructure** translate into improved access to medical services.
The Principal Secretary reaffirmed the Ministry of Health’s commitment to working with county governments to strengthen public health facilities across the country. Collaboration between the national and county governments is expected to support the effective use of public resources and improve the delivery of healthcare services.
The construction of the 13 Level 5 hospitals represents a major investment in expanding specialised healthcare capacity. Once completed and operational, the facilities are expected to bring more services closer to communities while supporting the broader goal of improving health outcomes and advancing Universal Health Coverage in Kenya.
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