Kenya and Egypt deepen health cooperation

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale today held bilateral talks with the Egyptian Ambassador to Kenya, Wael Nasreldin Attiya, building on the momentum from President William Ruto’s recent State Visit to Egypt.

The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation through three key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs): collaboration in Health and Medical Services; a strategic partnership between Kenyatta National Hospital and the Egyptian National Cancer Institute for Oncology; and enhanced regulatory linkages between the Egyptian Drug Authority and Kenya’s Pharmacy and Poisons Board.

These agreements aim to boost knowledge exchange, foster institutional linkages, and provide vital technical support across health systems.

Duale also welcomed Egypt’s invitation for Kenya to submit three priority development proposals to the Nile Development Fund, with potential funding of up to US $ 6 million. The Fund supports sustainable development initiatives in Nile Basin countries.

On infrastructure and innovation, Duale underscored the importance of Egypt’s support in promoting local manufacturing of Health Products and Technologies in Kenya by Egyptian companies, a strategic move in advancing modern healthcare delivery. He also emphasized the value of Egypt’s technical expertise in infection prevention within health facilities, health research, and crisis response in managing disease outbreaks.

Ambassador Attiya extended an official invitation for Kenya to participate in the Africa Health Expo in June 2025, an opportunity to deepen engagement and explore new areas of cooperation.

The CS was accompanied by Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr. Ouma Oluga and Director General for Health Dr. Patrick Amoth.