- KUTRRH carried out its first two kidney transplants on May 7 and 8, 2025.
- Both patients and donors are stable and recovering well.
- The launch is part of a three-year plan involving global training and equipment upgrades.
- The government says the program reduces the need to seek treatment abroad.
- The Social Health Authority (SHA) is supporting the surgeries financially.
Kenya has taken a bold step in improving specialized medical care with the official rollout of kidney transplant services at the Kenya University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH). The hospital made history after successfully performing two kidney transplants earlier this week.
Top Health Officials Applaud the Breakthrough
Speaking during the launch held on Friday, Dr. Ouma Oluga, the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, praised the achievement. He emphasized that this marks a shift toward localizing critical care, which has often forced many Kenyans to travel abroad for such procedures.
Years of Preparation Behind the Launch
The launch is the result of a carefully planned three-year project that focused on preparing both the facility and its personnel. Doctors and nurses from KUTRRH were sent for specialized training at India’s Apollo Hospital—renowned for its transplant expertise.
Experts Join Hands to Build Capacity
The surgeries were performed in partnership with kidney specialists from Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH). These experienced medics will continue to mentor KUTRRH’s team as the facility works to build
