A heated debate is underway in Mombasa regarding the potential handover of Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital (CGTRH) to the national government due to significant financial strain on the county.

• The hospital incurs a monthly operational cost of Sh150 million, impacting the Mombasa County health budget.
• Key figures involved include former governor Hassan Joho, who initiated calls for reclassification, and current Mombasa County Assembly Speaker Aharub Khatri, who is advocating for the handover.
• If not nationalised, Governor Abdulswamad Nassir is being urged to charge neighbouring counties for services rendered at the facility, which serves as a referral hub for six counties.