Hospitals Introduce Telemedicine Services

Kenyan hospitals are increasingly rolling out telemedicine services to expand access to specialist care and improve efficiency, especially in underserved and remote regions. The national government, through the Ministry of Health, is spearheading a grant‑funded telemedicine programme that will equip 20 public health facilities with digital consultation capabilities.
In Tharaka-Nithi County, the county government officially launched a telemedicine programme in partnership with 19Labs California and DTT Technologies Africa. The system enables patients in remote wards to consult with specialists virtually, reducing the need for long and costly travel to larger referral hospitals.
Bomet County has taken a bold step by introducing telemedicine robots in its healthcare facilities, including at Longisa County Referral Hospital. These robots enable real‑time consultations with specialists from across Kenya or even abroad, making it easier for local doctors to collaborate and exchange knowledge.
Telemedicine is also being used to strengthen referral systems. In Nakuru County, the government is implementing a digital JOIN platform in partnership with the Japanese-founded ALLM Africa. This e-health solution supports teleconsultations, referral tracking, and follow-up care, helping facilities coordinate patient management more effectively and reduce gaps in continuity of care.