In a bold and inspiring step toward transforming healthcare access near Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County hosted a landmark medical camp at Murgor Primary School, Kesses Sub-County.
This collaborative event, organized by the County Government in partnership with the M-Pesa Foundation and Hon. Gladys Boss Shollei, brought together thousands of residents to receive free, high-quality medical services.
Over 2,500 people turned up—some from as far as Turbo and Kapseret—all united by one goal: better healthcare access.
A Powerful Partnership for Health
The camp was a true reflection of what happens when government, private partners, and local leaders work together.
Key players in the initiative included:
- Uasin Gishu Department of Health Services
- M-Pesa Foundation
- Hon. Gladys Boss Shollei, Uasin Gishu Woman Representative
Eng. Joseph Lagat, CEC for Health Services, emphasized Governor Jonathan Bii’s commitment to healthcare under his Nguzo Kumi blueprint.
“This camp is more than a one-day event—it’s part of our broader mission to offer timely, quality care across the county,” Lagat said.
He also announced that the County is moving forward with plans to construct the Kesses Sub-County Hospital Maternity Wing, a crucial development for maternal health in the region.
Urgent Call to Register for Social Health Authority (SHA)
Only 37% of residents have registered for the Social Health Authority (SHA), according to the latest stats. This low uptake could limit access to future free and subsidized services.
“Let’s not wait until we fall sick. Registration is quick and opens doors to lifesaving services,” Lagat urged.
If you live near Eldoret or within Uasin Gishu, this is the time to act.
Services Offered at the Camp
Residents were treated to a full suite of medical services, including:
- Dental check-ups and treatment
- Laboratory tests and diagnostics
- Eye exams and glasses distribution
- Cancer screenings
- Maternal health consultations
- Telemedicine services with doctors in India
- Referrals for surgeries and specialized care
Hon. Shollei noted,
“We came prepared—our lab is equipped, our doctors are ready, and even advanced cases like heart conditions are being handled.”
Real Impact: Changing Lives
One moment that stood out was when a 13-year-old girl with a congenital heart defect received an oxygen concentrator, thanks to the M-Pesa Foundation. She will also get advanced treatment, arranged by the foundation.
“This is real impact. This is what healthcare should look like,” Shollei added.
What This Means for Eldoret Residents
This medical camp is just the beginning. Plans are already in motion to:
- Build more health infrastructure, including the Kesses maternity wing
- Expand mobile and telemedicine clinics across rural Uasin Gishu
- Boost SHA registration for broader health coverage
Dr. Pius Chumba, Chief of Staff, captured it best:
“This isn’t just a camp. It’s a movement. We are taking healthcare to the grassroots.”
Final Thoughts
For Eldoret residents and the larger Uasin Gishu community, the Kesses medical camp wasn’t just a one-off event—it marked the beginning of a new era in healthcare access.
With more camps planned, more partnerships forming, and a strong government vision, transforming healthcare access near Eldoret is not a dream. It’s already happening.
