BUILDING QUALITY PARTNERSHIPS IN THE HEALTHCARE SECTOR
The journey towards achieving comprehensive healthcare calls for a joint and collaborative effort from all stakeholders.
Improving healthcare infrastructure and increasing access to healthcare services is also crucial in ensuring residents have access to affordable and quality healthcare services and facilities that can ultimately lead to timely interventions and improved health outcomes. Through Public Private Partnerships, the County Government of Nandi continues to collaborate with private sector entities to develop healthcare infrastructure and expand access to healthcare services by building hospitals and providing essential medical supplies and equipment to underserved areas.
New Kibisem Dispensary, funded by Karebe Gold Mine
Through these collaborations, significant strides have been made in enhancing access to healthcare services.
Earlier today, the CEC Member for Health and Sanitation Ruth Koech toured the newly constructed Kibisem Dispensary in Chemelil/Chemase Ward funded by Karebe Gold Mining Company ahead of its handing over next month. She was hosted by the area MCA Hon Martin Douglas, Jeremy Froome – Karebe Director/CFO, Nico Van Rensburg – Karebe General Manager and Kibisem Dispensary Management Committee.
Speaking at the facility, the CEC Member said that the unique partnership between the County Government of Nandi and Karebe Gold Mine leverages on the comparative advantages of the two organizations to accelerate primary healthcare revitalization towards the achievement of Universal Health Coverage and health security in Nandi. She thanked the Company for their continued support in the health sector.
On his part, Karebe Director Jeremy Froome expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration with the County Government of Nandi and reiterated the Company’s commitment to supporting county’s healthcare and education sector towards achieving UHC by leveraging on the strengths, expertise, and resources of both partners to address pressing health challenges and improve health out comes across the Chemelil/Chemase Ward.
Area MCA Martin Douglas lauded the continued partnership saying it holds a great promise in addressing complex healthcare challenges while using innovative approaches to drive positive change towards improved health outcomes for generations to come.
The County Government of Nandi in partnership with Karebe Gold Mines have been collaborating with local communities in Chemelil/Chemase Ward to raise awareness about health issues, promote preventative healthcare practices and encourage communities to seek timely medical care. Such community engagements, awareness and involvement are crucial for ensuring the sustainability and acceptance of healthcare interventions.
By bringing innovations, investing in healthcare infrastructure and empowering local communities, Karebe Gold Mining Company is making contributions for sustainable health improvements in Chemelil/Chemase Ward.