Kenya strengthens National Health Security, launches Integrated Strategic Frameworks
Kenya has launched a suite of integrated national health security frameworks under the Kenya National Public Health Institute (KNPHI), marking a major shift toward a proactive, data-driven and coordinated approach to managing public health threats...
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Kenya has launched integrated national health security frameworks under the Kenya National Public Health Institute (KNPHI), signaling a move towards a more proactive, data-driven, and coordinated approach to public health threats.
- The launch includes the KNPHI Strategic Plan (2026–2030) and the National Action Plan for Health Security (NAPHS II) 2026–2030.
- Key figures involved include Cabinet Secretary for Health, Aden Duale, and Director General of KNPHI, Dr. Kamene Kimonye.
- These initiatives emphasize digital transformation, real-time data use, and a "One Health" approach, strengthening epidemic intelligence and response capabilities.
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