Duale receives report of organ trafficking at Mediheal Hospital

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Tuesday received a report from a 13-member committee investigating allegations of illegal organ transplants and trafficking at Mediheal Group of Hospitals.

The Committee chaired by Prof. Elizabeth Bukusi, Senior Principal Clinical Research Scientist at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) and Professor at the University of Washington was tasked to probe into the claims via Gazette Notice No. 78 of 23rd April 2025 and mandated to complete its work within three months.

CS Duale commended the committee for delivering its 313-page report within the stipulated timeframe.

The Ministry’s technical teams are currently reviewing the report, which is expected to inform major policy decisions and reforms in Kenya’s tissue and organ transplant services.

The report contains comprehensive findings and recommendations aimed at strengthening regulatory frameworks, enhancing transparency, and preventing malpractice in transplant services.

CS Duale has pledged to implement the recommendations in full to safeguard ethical standards and patient safety in the country’s health sector.