𝐆𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐎𝐑 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐒𝐀 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐓𝐔 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐓 𝐓𝐎 𝐊𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐆𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋

This evening, H.E. Governor Dr. Fernandes Barasa, FCPA, made an impromptu visit to Kakamega County General Hospital to review service delivery and inspect key medical facilities. He confirmed the newly installed ultrasound machine is fully operational and assured residents that similar machines will be deployed across all Level 4 hospitals to strengthen early diagnosis and reduce unnecessary referrals.

The Governor also verified that the pharmacy is well stocked, ensuring patients have reliable access to essential medicines. He inspected the ongoing installation of a state-of-the-art digital X-ray machine, making Kakamega County General Hospital the fourth in the country to acquire such advanced technology. The equipment is expected to improve diagnostic accuracy, accelerate services, and ease pressure on the radiology unit. Governor Barasa emphasized that investing in modern medical technology remains a cornerstone of his administration’s strategy to enhance healthcare across the county.

During the visit, the Governor met patients in the wards, including Solomon Molenje from Mukhonje, Chemuche Ward, recovering from two leg fractures after a tragic road accident that claimed the lives of his grandfather, Mzee Emmanuel Luchivya Namachanja, and driver Elisha Ochieng’. The two had collected Solomon from Lugulu Hospital following a stomach surgery, whose KSh120,000 bill was fully settled by the Governor. He expressed satisfaction with Solomon’s steady recovery and reiterated his commitment to supporting patients and families in crisis.

Beyond the wards, Governor Barasa extended support to the bereaved families, backing Mzee Luchivya’s funeral last week and pledging to stand with Elisha’s family this Saturday. He also waived hospital bills for patients unable to leave due to outstanding fees, wishing all a swift and full recovery. The Governor was accompanied by Chief Officer for County Administration Mr. Daniel Sumba, Medsup Dr. Christian Lamba, Director of Public Health Dr. Stephen Wendei, CGH Administrator Hillary Kiverenge, and other senior county officials.