Nyamira County has quickly responded to comments made in the Senate by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, who asserted that the county’s healthcare system had collapsed.
Duale’s remarks, extensively reported in parliamentary proceedings and circulated by national media, indicated that Nyamira had not obtained dialysis and CT Scan machines through the National Equipment Services Programme, resulting in hospitals being unable to offer critical services.
His remarks portrayed a county struggling with medical infrastructure, causing alarm among lawmakers and citizens.
In a reply issued on April 22, 2026, Governor Amos Kimwomi Nyaribo’s office rejected the claims as inaccurate and informed residents that the healthcare system is not only operational but progressively advancing.
The county stressed that Nyamira County Referral Hospital functions as the main referral center for over 116 health centers, and that focused investment in personnel and financial resources during the last five years has revolutionized service provision.
The announcement highlighted growing trust in the system, noting that patients from adjacent counties are increasingly seeking medical care at Nyamira facilities, including Masaba Subcounty Level 4 Hospital in Keroka.
The county showcased accomplishments that directly contradict Duale’s statements.
“Dialysis services are currently accessible at the County Referral Hospital, facilitating easier access for patients who previously needed to travel outside the county,” the announcement stated.
“CT Scan machines are possessed and functioning, enhancing diagnostic capabilities and decreasing dependence on expensive private healthcare facilities.”
Additionally, specialized services including renal and orthopaedic surgeries, along with urology procedures, have helped more than 175 patients since 2022.
These advancements, the county contended, prove that its healthcare system is far from collapsed.
Governor Nyaribo’s office asserted that further equipment under the national program would only be obtained if necessary, maintaining that current services are operating effectively and efficiently.
The announcement emphasized healthcare as a primary concern for the administration and urged the public not to worry.
Nyamira’s leadership aimed to reframe the narrative, providing verifiable data and highlighting concrete progress.