Community Health Promoters (CHPs) from Kiambaa Sub-county have graduated after completing the Maternal and Newborn Module Training, aimed at strengthening maternal health services at the grassroots level.
The comprehensive training programme, jointly organised by the County Government of Kiambu and AIC Kijabe Hospital, focused on equipping CHPs with vital knowledge and practical skills to enhance the quality of maternal and newborn care within their communities.
The training covered safe pregnancy practices, delivery preparedness, emergency referrals, and postnatal care, all designed to reduce preventable maternal and infant deaths.
Speaking during the graduation ceremony, Teresiah Njoroge, the Director of Public Health and Sanitation in Kiambu County, commended the graduates for their dedication and the successful completion of the programme.
“You are the bridge between our health facilities and the community. The knowledge you’ve gained today will go a long way in saving lives and promoting safe motherhood,” said Njoroge.
She emphasised that the County remains committed to strengthening community-based health systems, noting that empowering CHPs is a vital part of achieving universal health coverage.
Officials from AIC Kijabe Hospital also lauded the partnership, describing it as a key milestone in improving maternal and child health outcomes in Kiambu County.
“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to empowering community health promoters with the skills and knowledge they need to support mothers and newborns,” said one of the officials.
The graduation marks a significant step toward improving maternal and child health indicators in Kiambaa Sub-county, an area that has been working to strengthen its community health network through continuous training and support.
The CHPs, now better equipped with updated medical knowledge and practical tools, are expected to play a crucial role in encouraging antenatal visits, promoting facility deliveries, and enhancing postnatal follow-ups.
As the ceremony concluded, the newly certified CHPs expressed gratitude for the opportunity and pledged to apply their skills within their communities.
Thus, the initiative highlights the impact of strong partnerships between county governments and healthcare institutions in achieving better health outcomes for mothers and newborns across Kiambu County.
By Agnes Karisa
