The Transmara West Sub-County Hospital in Kilgoris has shut down after an attack on its medical staff by individuals accompanying a road accident patient. The closure has left numerous patients stranded, highlighting concerns about safety and access to medical care in the region.

• The hospital closed after an attack on nurses on Tuesday night by a group angered by a referral recommendation.
• Several health workers were injured during the violent incident, leading to the suspension of all services.
• Patients, including those needing scans, X-rays, and treatment for children, found the hospital gates closed on Wednesday morning.