Department of Health Services-Kajiado County

11/12/2025

Today the Kajiado County Government, in collaboration with multiple partners and interdepartmental teams celebrate the climax of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV)—a first-of-its-kind event in Kenya.

The guest of honour Her Excellency Edna Lenku, First Lady Kajiado County precided over the launch the Kajiado County Gender-Based Violence Response and Prevention Policy 2025, marking a significant milestone in advancing coordinated GBV prevention and response efforts.

11/12/2025

09/12/2025

Kajiado County Government, in collaboration with multiple partners and interdepartmental teams, will tomorrow celebrate the climax of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV)—a first-of-its-kind event in Kenya. The celebration will take place at the ACC’s compound in the Kitengela–Isinya Sub-County grounds.

During the event, the county will also launch the Kajiado County Gender-Based Violence Response and Prevention Policy 2025, marking a significant milestone in advancing coordinated GBV prevention and response efforts.

09/12/2025

KAJIADO COUNTY REFERRAL HOSPITAL EYE UNIT Invites you to attend the unveiling of Kajiado County Eye Health Policy which will be graced by HE Martin Moshisho Martine Deputy Governor Kajiado at the Eye Unit Grounds, Kajiado on Thursday 11th December 2025.

During this launch there shall be a free eye check up. All are welcome.

09/12/2025

26/11/2025

Recently, a three-week HIV counsellors’ training programme in Kajiado County took place at Olarriak Place, Kajiado Town.

This initiative is the first of its kind in the entire country, positioning Kajiado County as a national pioneer in developing structured, advanced solutions for enhancing HIV counselling and treatment services.

The programme successfully trained a cohort of counsellors drawn from various health facilities across the county. Throughout the three weeks, participants were equipped with modern counselling techniques, hands-on skills, and essential resources needed to strengthen HIV prevention, testing, treatment support, and psychosocial care. The training emphasized client-centered approaches, strengthened competencies in disclosure processes, adherence counselling, adolescent-friendly services, data management, and effective linkage-to-care.

The meeting reviewed the current gaps in counselling capacity across facilities, highlighting the need for strengthened skills in psychosocial support, disclosure counselling, adherence monitoring, adolescent-friendly services, data documentation, and linkage-to-care processes. Participants also assessed existing training materials and agreed to standardize them in line with national HIV counselling guidelines

During the meeting, partners and county officials acknowledged the significant progress made and the transformative potential of the trained personnel in improving service delivery within the county’s HIV response. Discussions also highlighted the importance of ongoing mentorship, continuous professional development, and structured follow-up mechanisms to ensure sustained impact.

Looking ahead, the trained counsellors will officially participate in their first major county event—World AIDS Day, scheduled for 1st December 2025 at Ngong Stadium. This event will showcase Kajiado County’s leadership and commitment to strengthening HIV services and community engagement.

The meeting concluded with a clear action plan aimed at building a competent team of HIV counsellors capable of delivering high-quality, client-centered counselling services across Kajiado County. Follow-up sessions and post-training evaluation mechanisms were also agreed upon to track progress and ensure sustainability.

Finally, there is a renewed commitment from all stakeholders to maintain the momentum, scale future training efforts, and continue positioning Kajiado County as a leader in innovative health solutions.

24/11/2025

WORLD AIDS DAY 2025

24/11/2025

Kajiado County Department of Medical Services and Public Health in collaboration with all stakeholders will commemorate this year’s World AIDS Day in Kajiado North Sub County, Ngong Stadium on Monday the 1st of December, 2025.
World AIDS Day is a global event to celebrate the progress made in HIV response, support people living with and affected by HIV, and remember the lives lost. This event is a vital platform for raising awareness and sustaining the commitment to end AIDS as a public health Concern.
The theme for this year is “One Race, One Goal, End AIDS in Adolescent and Young People”
Activities for the day are:
1. Football Matches-Men, Ladies, U13, U15 and table games
2. HIV Testing, consultation and linkage
3. Blood donation
4. SHA registration
5. Community dialogue and sensitization
6. Tree planting
7. Edutainment and testimonials
8. Candle lighting and prayers
9. Distribution of food packs, and AYP Dignity Packs
10. Fashion show and colour fest

15/10/2025

A consultative meeting was held between Operation Eyesight International and the Kajiado County Department of Medical Services, Public Health & Sanitation to deliberate on the review and validation of the strategic plan and eye care policies of the county’s health system.

The session brought together a diverse team of county health officials, technical experts, and development partners, who engaged in comprehensive discussions addressing key policy priorities, funding frameworks, and strategies for strengthening eye health services in Kajiado County. Among them in attendance were; the County Executive Committe Member of Health, Chief Officers of Medical Services & Public Health and Sanitation, Directors of Health, County Health Management Team ( C.H.M.T ) and Sub-County Health Management Team ( S.C.H.M.T )

The discussions were marked by collaboration and shared commitment toward achieving sustainable, equitable, and accessible eye care for all residents.

The meeting concluded successfully, with findings and actionable recommendations agreed upon by all stakeholders. It was resolved that a comprehensive report capturing the deliberations, outcomes, and recommendations will help finalize the Kajiado Eye Care Health Policy and Strategic Plan.

14/10/2025

MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH RESEARCH COLLABORATION

A consultative meeting was held between the International Centre for Local Democracy (ICLD) and the Kajiado County Health Department to deliberate on the ongoing Maternal Mental Health Research Project. The main focus of the meeting was to strengthen collaboration on understanding maternal mental health challenges affecting pre- and post-natal women as well as healthcare workers within Kajiado County.

The research initiative aims to explore these issues through the lens of local democracy, emphasizing community participation, inclusive decision-making, and locally driven solutions. Both parties underscored the importance of developing evidence-based findings to inform practical interventions and policy recommendations that can effectively respond to maternal mental health needs in the county.

Majority and minority leaders from the Kajiado County Assembly and the Swedish- Region Norbortten , were part of the team to understand political perspectives and governance approaches to better maternal mental health.

Looking ahead, the partners agreed to advance the project into its next phase, which will involve conducting quantitative research and designing an implementation framework based on the recommendations emerging from the ongoing study. This next stage will provide actionable strategies to enhance maternal mental health services and strengthen community-based interventions within a democratic and participatory framework.

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day and World Environment Day Event.

Venue: Olturoto Dispensary
Date: 11th October 2025
Theme: Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergencies

Today, the Olturoto Dispensary hosted a joint commemoration of World Mental Health Day and World Environment Day, bringing together members of the community, local leaders, and government representatives in a vibrant and impactful celebration.

The day began with a short wellness walk around the community, symbolizing unity, health awareness, and the importance of physical activity in promoting mental well-being. This was followed by a tree planting exercise, where participants planted indigenous trees within and around the dispensary compound to emphasize the connection between a healthy mind and a healthy environment.

The event’s climax featured colorful performances from local schools and community groups, including primary schools, junior secondary and high school students, women’s groups, and individual artists. Their songs, poems, and skits creatively highlighted mental health awareness, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Keynote speeches were delivered by county and national government officials, as well as invited guests from the health, environment, and education sectors. They underscored the importance of integrating mental health promotion with environmental conservation, urging continued collaboration among community members, government agencies, and partners.

The celebration concluded with a vote of thanks and a renewed commitment by all stakeholders to foster a cleaner, greener, and mentally healthier community.