Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale initiated comprehensive changes to nursing intern placement procedures after discovering significant problems during an internal review. The ministry identified multiple violations within the 2025/2026 internship assignment process that compromised program integrity. Officials will establish a digital management system to handle all intern applications and verification processes more effectively. The reforms create standardized national protocols and establish a dedicated coordination department within the health ministry. Universities must follow strict admission guidelines set by regulatory bodies moving forward.
The audit revealed that 42 unqualified students received internship positions while 339 eligible candidates were wrongfully excluded from placement opportunities. Duale revoked all internship assignments given to unqualified participants and suspended Nursing Council CEO Lister Onsongo for misconduct. Ten educational institutions submitted false student information that bypassed proper verification procedures. The ministry requests 408 million shillings from Treasury to fund placements for excluded qualified interns. Duale emphasized accountability for all parties responsible for these administrative failures.
The audit revealed that 42 unqualified students received internship positions while 339 eligible candidates were wrongfully excluded from placement opportunities. Duale revoked all internship assignments given to unqualified participants and suspended Nursing Council CEO Lister Onsongo for misconduct. Ten educational institutions submitted false student information that bypassed proper verification procedures. The ministry requests 408 million shillings from Treasury to fund placements for excluded qualified interns. Duale emphasized accountability for all parties responsible for these administrative failures.
