Six Members of Parliament from Kiambu County are pushing for the national government to take over the county’s health sector until 2027, citing the systemic collapse of services under Governor Kimani Wamatangi’s leadership. They accuse the Governor of arrogance and intimidation, leading to widespread suffering and loss of life.

• The crisis has allegedly resulted in the deaths of at least 136 infants and 20 mothers due to lack of care.
• MPs John Kiragu, John Kawanjiku, Elijah Njoroge Kururia, Alice Ng’ang’a, Gathua Wamacukuru, and Joseph Mburu Kahangara are demanding national intervention.
• The collapse is attributed to prolonged doctors’ strikes and the withdrawal of 697 medical intern doctors due to a toxic working environment.