Duale orders investigations into death of a child at KNH

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has called for an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a child allegedly following treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital.

The move comes after Susan Wanjira, the mother of the deceased, claimed her son died following a car accident, but raised questions about the care and negligence she received at the hospital.

CS Duale also directed the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) to launch a full inquiry together with the mother of the child and submit a report detailing the events that led to the child’s death.

While details of the incident remain unclear, the Ministry says the findings will guide any necessary action to ensure accountability and restore public confidence in the country’s health facilities.