New Cardiothoracic Centre Enhances AGC Tenwek Hospital
President William Ruto has praised the role of faith-based organisations in improving healthcare access and affordability in Kenya.
Speaking at the commissioning of the state-of-the-art Cardiothoracic Centre at AGC Tenwek Mission Hospital in Bomet County, the President highlighted the significance of public-private partnerships in delivering vital services to Kenyans.
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The new facility will specialise in the treatment of heart and chest diseases, marking a critical milestone in Kenya’s healthcare system.
The project was made possible through the generous funding and support of Samaritan’s Purse and the World Gospel Mission, two prominent faith-based organisations that have consistently contributed to medical missions in Kenya.
"We thank faith-based organisations for partnering with us to deliver affordable, accessible healthcare to Kenyans over the years," President Ruto said during the ceremony.
AGC Tenwek Mission Hospital is widely known for its quality healthcare services, particularly in rural areas, and the new Cardiothoracic Centre will further enhance its capacity to handle complex surgeries and treatments.
It is expected to serve not only Bomet County but also patients from neighbouring counties, significantly reducing the need for expensive referrals abroad for specialised care.
In a move to facilitate the continued operations of such organisations, President Ruto announced that the government will review and scale down visa and work permit requirements for missionaries.
"We will review and scale down visa and work permit requirements for missionaries to ease their operations in the country," the President stated, acknowledging the invaluable role that missionaries play in healthcare and other sectors.
This development underscores the government’s commitment to expanding healthcare services in partnership with faith-based organisations.
It reflects Kenya's broader goal of ensuring that quality medical care is both accessible and affordable to all its citizens, particularly in underserved regions where faith-based institutions often fill critical healthcare gaps.
