The County Government of Uasin Gishu, working together with the Council of Governors and Africa Medical Research Foundation (AMREF), has successfully concluded a two-day intensive financial management training for health facility in-charges, a strategic move to enhance accountability and improve the efficiency of healthcare delivery.
The training aimed at equipping facility administrators with the critical knowledge and tools needed to manage public funds responsibly, in alignment with the county’s newly developed Operational and Financial Procedures Manual.
The initiative is a key component of the county’s broader agenda to institutionalize a strong financial management framework under the Facilities Improvement Fund (FIF), a policy designed to streamline budgeting, procurement, and expenditure across healthcare facilities to ensure better service delivery.
Speaking during the training County Executive Committee Member for Health Services, Dr. Abraham Serem, stressed the importance of early budgeting and strict compliance with the Public Finance Management (PFM) Act.
“If you spend time in the facilities, you must adhere to the PFM Act. proper planning and financial discipline are non-negotiable,” Dr. Serem said.
He announced that, for the first time, level 4 facilities in the county will be subjected to audits to ensure adherence to financial regulations.
Dr. Serem urged health officers to uphold their responsibilities diligently, adding that the Department of Health was committed to deliver quality healthcare through transparency and efficient management.
The health official called for accountability as he directed procurement officers to thoroughly inspect drug consignments delivered by Kenya Medical Supplies Agency, emphasizing the need to verify deliveries against orders to reduce wastage and prevent mismanagement.
Highlighting the growing success of the Social Health Authority (SHA), Dr. Serem noted that over 387,000 residents have already registered while encouraging facility heads to further mobilize community members to enroll and access the broad range of healthcare benefits available.
Chief Officer for Preventive and Promotive Health, Dr. Paul Wangwe, lauded the training as a landmark step in reforming the health sector.
“Uasin Gishu is setting the pace for health sector reforms. With this training, we are ensuring that public funds are used effectively and that essential services reach the people who need them most,” he noted.
The Director for Supply Chain Management, Sarah Siambi, provided a detailed overview of the procurement process from budgeting and tendering to contract award, underscoring the importance of procedural accuracy and compliance at every stage.
The training brought together facility heads from across the County, Sub County Health Management team and County Health Management team.
By Ekuwam Sylvester
