Webuye County Hospital, Bungoma County has received a major boost in its diagnostic capacity, following the delivery of an artificial intelligence-enabled X-ray machine and assorted medical equipment worth Sh20.9 million from USAID Dumisha Afya partners.
The flagship AI X-ray machine, valued at Sh14.3 million, is expected to significantly enhance early diagnosis of Tuberculosis (TB), chest infections and limb-related conditions, strengthening health service delivery across 51 health facilities in Bungoma County.
Governor Kenneth Lusaka lauded USAID Dumisha Afya for its continued partnership, noting that the investment aligns with the county’s commitment to universal health coverage.
He added that the technology will enhance early disease detection, particularly TB. “This remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the county,” he said.
Lusaka noted that early diagnosis means timely treatment and lives saved.
He said health remains a top priority of his administration, adding that the county will continue leveraging partnerships to strengthen health systems through modern technology.
The governor also assured Community Health Promoters (CHPs) of his continued support to enable effective service delivery at the grassroots.
USAID Dumisha Afya Chief of Party, Dr Everline Ashiono, noted that the AI-enabled equipment will improve diagnostic accuracy and speed, leading to reduced TB-related deaths and hospital admissions.
Lusaka indicated that the machines will support prompt diagnosis and treatment, ultimately lowering mortality rates and easing the burden on health facilities.
“Beyond the X-ray equipment, USAID Dumisha Afya is also supporting the county with cervical cancer screening supplies,” he said, adding that ICT equipment and computers to enhance health digitalisation, data quality and system integrity are also supported by the same organisation.
Lusaka further emphasises that the programme is being implemented under the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital–AMPATH partnership.
The governor indicated that the donated equipment will be distributed across 51 health facilities countywide to improve access to quality diagnostic services.
By Douglas Mudambo
