The President revealed that the programme has already provided full maternal care coverage to 50,000 vulnerable adolescent mothers, with an additional 38,000 set to be enrolled. “So far, we have facilitated direct coverage for 50,000 vulnerable adolescent mothers, guaranteeing antenatal, safe delivery and post-natal services. However, Ruto warned that recent reductions in global health financing, including cuts affecting the UNFPA Supplies Partnership, pose a risk to gains made in family planning, maternal health and birth spacing. All the interventions, the President said, are anchored in the National Health Compact 2026–2030, built on the principles of one plan, one budget and a unified accountability framework. “Kenya remains firmly committed to protecting the lives and futures of women and children through sustained, system-wide health reform and accountable delivery,” Ruto said.

Source: The Star February 15, 2026 18:39 UTC