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April 16, 2026
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MPs clear Mediheal of organ trafficking claims

MPs clear Mediheal of organ trafficking claims

The Departmental Committee on Health found no evidence of malpractice or ethical violations linked to the hospital. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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Kenyan Members of Parliament (MPs) have cleared Mediheal Hospital and two other Eldoret-based facilities of organ trafficking claims after a nearly year-long probe, recommending the lifting of all sanctions.

  • The Departmental Committee on Health, chaired by James Nyikal, found no evidence of malpractice or ethical violations following an inquiry launched in April 2025.
  • Despite the clearance, the committee highlighted significant gaps in Kenya's regulatory framework for organ and tissue transplants.
  • Key recommendations include establishing a National Organ Transplant Authority, a centralized registry, and a transparent organ allocation system, alongside reforms for infrastructure, personnel, and public awareness campaigns for organ donation.

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