The Kiambu County Government, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and AMREF Health Africa, has launched a Community Health Worker (CHW) Registry to improve primary healthcare services.
The registry aims to streamline data management, optimise resource allocation, and strengthen community-based healthcare services in the county.
It aligns with the Kiambu Community Health Act, which Governor Kimani Wamatangi has identified as a key part of his administration’s healthcare plan.
“My administration is implementing new strategies to strengthen our healthcare system, with the Community Health Act playing a central role in this vision. This Act ensures that every resident of Kiambu has access to essential healthcare services at the community level while empowering health promoters to contribute to better health outcomes,” said Governor Wamatangi
Wamatangi announced that all 3,070 registered Community Health Promoters (CHPs) in Kiambu will be enrolled in a care programme to provide them with resources and support for healthcare delivery.
The county, the first in Kenya to introduce a stipend for CHPs, will also increase their monthly payments. Specialised training will begin this year to enhance their skills.
Dr. Elias Maina, the County Executive Committee Member for Health Services, highlighted the importance of the registry.
“A structured CHW Registry ensures accurate workforce data, enhances service coordination, and improves health outcomes,” he said.
The rollout began with training for health officials responsible for CHP registration, including Sub County Medical Officers of Health, Community Strategy Focal Persons, Health Records and Information Officers, Public Health Officers, and Community Health Assistants.
Meanwhile, county healthcare workers partnered with the Kenya Prisons Service for a clean-up exercise at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital to improve hygiene and sanitation.
By Yvonne Wangeci
