The Nairobi County Government has launched the Perinatal Mental Health Toolkit in collaboration with the Summit Study Kenya team and partners, aiming to transform maternal mental healthcare in the county.

• The toolkit provides evidence-based strategies for screening, prevention, and care to address the high prevalence of perinatal mental health conditions like depression and anxiety in Kenya.
• Public Health Chief Officer Tom Nyakeba stated the toolkit will equip frontline healthcare providers and Community Health Promoters (CHPs) to bridge gaps in care.
• The resource was developed based on the lived experiences of mothers and providers, with Dr. Oda Mirimo emphasizing its role in reducing stigma and improving access to essential services.