Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has said that the recently concluded nationwide vaccination campaign reached over 16.1 million children, marking a significant milestone in the country’s public health efforts.
The 10-day campaign targeted Typhoid and Measles-Rubella.
According to Duale, more than 16.1 million children received the Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine (TCV), achieving 84 per cent national coverage.
Over 5.18 million children were vaccinated against Measles and Rubella, reaching 81 per cent of the national target.
“Significantly, over 74,000 zero-dose children, those who had never received any routine immunisation, were identified and vaccinated,” he said.
“This is a remarkable milestone in our effort to leave no child behind.”
The CS said the Typhoid vaccine will now be integrated into routine immunisation services and will be available free of charge at all immunising health facilities across the country.
The CS further urged the public to continue supporting routine immunisation services.
“We urge all Kenyans to seek information about vaccines from trusted and credible sources.
“Together, we can ensure that every child in Kenya grows up healthy, protected, and ready to thrive.”
Duale thanked all stakeholders who contributed to the campaign’s success.
“The Ministry extends its deepest gratitude to parents, caregivers, health workers, county governments, media, and strategic partners,” he said.
They include Gavi the Vaccine Alliance, World Health Organisation (WHO), UNICEF, PATH, Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), Red Cross, AMREF, and the Polio Core Group.
The Ministry of Education also played a key role by enabling smooth access to schools.
The campaign was one of the largest of its kind in Kenya’s history.
