The Kenya Women Parliamentary Association has committed to accelerating policy reforms for improving reproductive and child health. KEWOPA Chairperson Leah Sankaire stated that equitable access to quality care for all mothers and newborns is essential. She urged the Ministry of Health, the National Treasury, and county governments to fund Neonatal Intensive Care Units in every county, noting only 37 percent currently have them.
Sankaire highlighted the critical role of the Social Health Authority in expanding healthcare coverage. She called for its scope to include postnatal care for a full 28 days, alongside vital services like phototherapy and oxygen. While acknowledging progress, including a decline in maternal mortality, she pointed to persistent challenges such as workforce gaps.
The association also emphasized strengthening maternal death surveillance committees for better accountability. KEWOPA reaffirmed its dedication to championing these reforms in Parliament to help Kenya meet its health-related Sustainable Development Goals. The forum was organized by the Health NGOs Network and Jhpiego.
Sankaire highlighted the critical role of the Social Health Authority in expanding healthcare coverage. She called for its scope to include postnatal care for a full 28 days, alongside vital services like phototherapy and oxygen. While acknowledging progress, including a decline in maternal mortality, she pointed to persistent challenges such as workforce gaps.
The association also emphasized strengthening maternal death surveillance committees for better accountability. KEWOPA reaffirmed its dedication to championing these reforms in Parliament to help Kenya meet its health-related Sustainable Development Goals. The forum was organized by the Health NGOs Network and Jhpiego.
