After procuring more than Sh50 million worth of drugs and other medical equipment from the Kenya Medical Suppliers Agency (Kemsa), Nakuru County is in the process of equipping theatre facilities at major Sub-County hospitals.
Speaking in his office at the county headquarters on Wednesday, Health CeC, Mungai Kabii revealed that plans were at an advanced stage to have these facilities' theatres receive a major face lift.
By doing this, the CeC posits that the number of deaths during childbirth will reduce.
"This shows how committed we are as a government in ensuring quality and affordable healthcare to all county residents," he said.
Kabii revealed that the county was working with an international investor to ensure the three sub-counties have their hospitals fully equipped with modern and up-to-date equipment in their theatres.
He encouraged residents to make use of public hospitals without fear of finding outdated equipment.
"As much as our private counterparts are offering a reliable solution, we want Nakuru people to learn how to effectively make use of public facilities," the CeC said.
This comes barely three days after Nakuru Governor Kinuthia Mbugua unveiled a drug distribution programme aimed at equipping different health facilities.