During the meeting, the CS reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to fully
equip the facility through the National Equipment Services Programme
(NESP).
In an inspection tour, the National Assembly’s committee on
Administration and Internal Security found the facility ready for use
but stalled by delays.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale during a meeting a with police leadership and other government officials at Afya House on August 6, 2025/MOH
The Sh1.2 billion National Police Service Referral Hospital (NPSRH) in Nairobi is now set to be operationalised, following a high-level consultative meeting between health officials and police bosses.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale hosted a delegation led by Inspector General Douglas Kanja on Tuesday to deliberate on the way forward for the facility.
Launched in 2021, the state-of-the-art Level 4 hospital has remained unused despite being completed.
"Our discussions centered on fast-tracking the hospital’s opening, exploring efficient management models, and enhancing the welfare of NPS personnel through improved healthcare access," said Duale.
During the meeting, the CS reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to fully equip the facility through the National Equipment Services Programme (NESP).
According to Duale, the facility will ensure that police officers and their dependents have access to modern medical technology and quality services.
During an April 2025 inspection, the National Assembly’s committee on Administration and Internal Security found the facility ready for use but stalled by delays.
Reports indicated that there was an outstanding balance of Sh833 million owed to the contractor from the total project cost.
The facility has a bed capacity of 150, a parking facility for four ambulances, 20 staff vehicles and 50 vehicles belonging to the public.
Once operational, it is expected to serve over 100,000 police officers and their families, significantly boosting the government’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda by expanding access to specialised care.
Inspector General Douglas Kanja who was present lauded the ministry’s ongoing health sector reforms.
He noted that the operationalisation of the NPSRH is a major milestone in improving the working conditions and wellbeing of police officers.
The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary for Medical Services Ouma Oluga, Director General for Health Patrick Amoth, and Digital Health Agency acting CEO Anthony Lenayara.
The NPS team also included Deputy Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli and Principal Administrative Secretary Bernice Sialaal.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale during a meeting a with police leadership and other government officials at Afya House on August 6, 2025/MOH
