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September 2, 2026
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No water, few nurses, broken machines: Inside Northern Kenya's health crisis

No water, few nurses, broken machines: Inside Northern Kenya's health crisis

Hospitals in Mandera, Wajir and Marsabit are in deplorable conditions, Senate report says...

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A Senate report has exposed a severe healthcare crisis in Mandera, Wajir, and Marsabit Counties, revealing dilapidated facilities, critical shortages, and broken equipment.

  • Health facilities in these counties are plagued by a lack of clean water, essential drugs, and a chronic shortage of nurses and other critical staff.
  • The Senate committee, led by Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, found broken dialysis machines, grounded ambulances, and infrastructure decay including leaking roofs and exposed wiring.
  • Untrained personnel were found dispensing medication, and expired drugs were discovered on shelves and in wards, raising serious concerns about patient safety and quality of care.

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