A total of 2,200 mothers have been enrolled and fully paid under the Barasa Care ‘Imarisha Afya ya Mama na Mtoto’ health programme in Kakamega County.
Governor Fernandes Barasa said the initiative supports mothers throughout pregnancy, delivery and postnatal care in the region.
He was speaking on Tuesday at Malava Primary School, Malava Sub County.
The programme, a key pillar of Governor Barasa’s healthcare agenda, aims to promote safe motherhood by supporting expectant and nursing mothers with financial aid to access quality maternal and child healthcare services.
“Our goal is to ensure that every mother and child in Kakamega County receives the care they deserve without financial barriers,” said the Governor.
Governor Barasa urged more women to register for the programme and assured residents that his administration remains committed to expanding its reach.
He called on the citizens to uphold the spirit of self-governance by actively participating in development and supporting initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods.
The event brought together local leaders, civil society groups, religious organisations, and hundreds of residents.
Barasa Care was established to address the high rates of maternal and infant mortality, reduce out-of-pocket expenses for families, and encourage hospital deliveries.
By John Ochanda
