Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Health Aden Duale has inaugurated an independent investigative committee to probe alleged malpractice in kidney transplant procedures at Mediheal Hospital in Eldoret.
The committee, chaired by Dr. Elizabeth Bukusi, was tasked with investigating the allegations, reviewing Kenya’s legal and ethical transplant framework, and auditing consent forms, donor records, and governance documents from the past five years.
Speaking during the inauguration, Duale issued a three-month investigation period to conclude on July 22nd for the committee to complete its work and submit a detailed report to the government highlighting his desire for the truth.
“We want a process rooted in truth, not one driven by optics or bureaucracy,” said Duale.
The CS emphasized the need to uphold ethical standards in healthcare and protect the rights of all parties involved in organ transplants during the investigations.
“The safety, dignity, and rights of recipients, donors, families, and healthcare providers must be safeguarded at every step,” he added.
Duale announced that all transplant services at Mediheal hospital have been suspended and all patients requiring transplant services have been referred to accredited hospitals which including Kenyatta Hospital, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi Hospital, M.P. Shah, Tenwek Hospital and Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital.
The government’s swift action to form an independent investigative committee underscores its commitment to ensuring accountability and transparency in Kenya’s healthcare sector.
The forum was also attended by Principal Secretary Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga, PS Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni, Director General for Health Dr. Patrick Amoth and other officials.
By Vanessa Muhati
