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August 8, 2025
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President Ruto launches National Medical Equipment Service Project

President Ruto launches National Medical Equipment Service Project

The new initiative, which will run for seven years, is underpinned by a fee-for-service model. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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President William Ruto has launched the National Medical Equipment Service Project (NESP), a new initiative to equip Kenyan hospitals with modern medical machinery. This seven-year program, based on a fee-for-service model, replaces the previous Medical Equipment Scheme, aiming for greater efficiency and sustainability.

  • NESP will see suppliers provide equipment, with the Social Health Authority (SHA) paying for services rendered, eliminating upfront costs for national and county governments.
  • So far, 45 counties have signed the Intergovernmental Participatory Agreement, and over 60,000 medical services have already been delivered in 29 health facilities across 18 counties since June 2025.
  • The launch included flagging off 14 CT scanners, 2 ultrasound machines, 30 dialysis machines, and digital X-ray systems, with plans to deploy additional equipment in the coming months.

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