The Kericho County Government has embarked on the construction of a Sh. 55 million Maternal and Child Health Unit at Kunyak Health Centre in Kipkelion West Sub-County to enhance access to quality maternal and child healthcare.
Kericho County Governor Dr. Eric Mutai, who presided over the ground-breaking ceremony, said the project aims to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates by bringing essential services closer to the residents.
Governor Mutai assured that the Kunyak Comprehensive Mother and Child Unit will significantly improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes for mothers and children in this region.
Furthermore, the governor attributed the area’s high maternal mortality rates to poor terrain and inadequate facilities, adding that the new unit would address longstanding health challenges, thus, the current facility will also undergo renovations to boost service delivery.
Dr. Mutai further announced plans to upgrade the health centre with modern equipment, deploy additional healthcare personnel, ensure a steady supply of medicines, and construct a modern mortuary.
Meanwhile he urged the contractor to prioritize the hiring of local youth, citing their technical skills and the need to empower them economically.
Dr. Mutai was accompanied by County Executive Committee Members David Ekuwam (Health), Jackson Rop (Finance), Magerer Langat (Agriculture), Brenda Bill Bii (Roads) among other local leaders.
By Kibe Mburu
