The Ministry of Health has announced the arrival of crucial polio and BCG vaccine doses after a nationwide shortage impacted health care facilities.

• 3.2 million doses of polio vaccine and 3.0 million doses of BCG vaccine are set to be distributed by specific dates in June 2025.
• Dr Ouma Oluga, Principal Secretary, State Department for Medical Services, emphasized the ministry's commitment to ensuring equitable access to vaccines.
• The situation was worsened by global vaccine supply bottlenecks, and 12 out of 47 counties have completely run out of stock.