425-bed Mutuini Hospital receives new equipment

Residents of Kawangware, Riruta, Dagoretti and the wider Kikuyu region are set to benefit from enhanced healthcare services following the delivery of critical medical equipment to the newly expanded Mutuini Hospital.

The equipment will operationalise the hospital’s new 425-bed wing, a flagship healthcare project being implemented under the cooperation framework between President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja.

Among the equipment delivered are three fully equipped operating theatres, advanced laboratory machinery, dialysis units and a CT scanner, significantly boosting the facility’s capacity to provide specialised and lifesaving medical services closer to residents.

Confirming the development, Nairobi Governor Sakaja said installation would commence immediately, paving the way for the facility to begin operations within the next few weeks.

“This is what delivering on promises looks like. With three fully equipped theatres, a modern laboratory, dialysis services and a CT scanner, we will be able to serve thousands of residents more effectively. The new block has a capacity of more than 425 beds and will be operational within the next few weeks,” Sakaja said.

The governor noted that the project was the result of a joint commitment between the Nairobi County Government and the national government aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure in the capital and expanding access to quality medical services.

“When we visited this facility with the President, we agreed that through a joint effort we could complete and equip this hospital. I want to thank him for the support that has enabled us to reach this milestone. In a few weeks, residents of this region will begin enjoying these services,” he added.

Mutuini Hospital Chief Executive Officer Dr Martin Wafula confirmed that the installation and auditing of the equipment had already begun to ensure accountability and proper deployment of the medical assets.

“I thank the Governor for fulfilling this promise. The equipment we have received will transform healthcare delivery in this facility and significantly improve services for the surrounding communities. We are currently undertaking installation and verification processes to ensure everything is ready for operationalisation,” said Dr Wafula.

Once operational, the expanded facility is expected to ease pressure on major referral hospitals across Nairobi by bringing advanced medical services closer to residents and reducing patient congestion in existing public health facilities.

The hospital’s expansion marks a significant milestone in Nairobi County’s efforts to improve access to quality, affordable and specialised healthcare services for residents across the city.