Medical Services Principal Secretary Ouma Oluga during the meeting/COURTESYThe session also reviewed progress under the broader Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership between the two countries. Oluga, on his part, said the discussions also explored deeper cooperation in the health sector, with a focus on medical technology transfer, capacity building, and strengthening Kenya’s health systems. According to Chinese officials, the talks align with China’s commitment to support Kenya’s socioeconomic development through infrastructure investment and sectoral partnerships, especially in health, trade, and agriculture. Both parties expressed confidence that the new hospital development programme will bridge health infrastructure gaps in beneficiary counties and enhance access to specialised medical services. Officials said further technical consultations will be held to finalise implementation frameworks as Kenya and China continue to deepen bilateral cooperation.

Source: The Star January 11, 2026 02:23 UTC