Faith-Based Health Facilities Key to Compassionate Healthcare Delivery, Says PS Oluga at Kijabe Hospital Anniversary
Kijabe, Kenya - — Faith-based health facilities continue to play a vital role in delivering compassionate, people-centered care across Kenya. On , 2025, the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, was the Chief Guest at the 110th anniversary celebration of AIC Kijabe Hospital—one of the country’s most respected mission hospitals.
The visit came at a critical time as the government deepens collaboration with faith-based organisations to strengthen the delivery of healthcare services across the country. Just a week earlier, the AIC Archbishop had affirmed at State House that the Social Health Authority (SHA) is operational—making Dr. Oluga’s visit a timely reaffirmation of the Ministry’s commitment to supporting health financing mechanisms that keep facilities like Kijabe sustainable and able to offer specialised care such as oncology and orthopaedics.
Kijabe Hospital holds a special place in Dr. Oluga’s personal and professional journey—it is where he began his career in medicine. During his visit, he took a moment to connect with intern doctors, posing for a photo with them as a gesture of encouragement and inspiration.
“If you love your work, apply discipline, and commit to excellence, there is no limit to where you can serve,” he said, urging young professionals across the country to pursue their careers with dedication and purpose