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Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital

Public hospital in Nairobi County that recently expanded its renal dialysis unit and hosted advanced surgical training for healthcare professionals.

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In coverage

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Allocation for the construction, rehabilitation and equipping of health facilities has risen from KSh849 million to KSh1.06 billion, supporting projects at Pumwani Maternity Hospital, Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital and Mutuini Hospital, among other facilities.

    Nairobi County Assembly approves Ksh.49.27B budget to fast-track infrastructure, healthcare and service delive
  3. The Standard

    rked an argument that escalated after the laborer fled, attracting another group of youths from Chokaa and triggering a violent confrontation.Musanga sustained serious injuries during the clash and was rushed to Emmanuel Hospital before being referred to Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital

    Murder suspect in three men killing in Kiambu held
  4. The Standard

    A spot check by The Standard at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, Makadara Level Four Hospital and Pumwani Maternity Hospital found health workers on duty and patients receiving treatment, with no visible signs of disruption on the first day of the industrial action.

    Hospitals remain operational despite health workers' strike
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeNairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has announced the opening of an expanded renal unit at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, a major milestone in the county’s efforts to improve access to life-saving dialysis services and strengthen specialised healthcare.

    Mama Lucy Hospital unveils renal unit to boost access to kidney care
  6. Citizen Digital

    Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital opens expanded renal unit to boost dialysis services By Benjamin Muriuki July 11, 2026 12:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja accompanied by Health a

    Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital opens expanded renal unit to boost dialysis services
  7. June 2026
  8. Citizen Digital

    Over 150 health workers trained in advanced surgical techniques at Mama Lucy Hospital By Citizen Reporter June 19, 2026 07:55 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize In a bid to enhance medical ca

    Over 150 health workers trained in advanced surgical techniques at Mama Lucy Hospital
  9. The Standard

    a motorcycle going for about Sh158,000, which I bought in Thika and we have the receipts and all the details; it's registered in his name."On May 27, during Eid al Adha, Senator Nyamu, in the company of her supporters, showed up at Odhiambo's eatery near Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital

    Senator Nyamu, trader clash over unpaid hotel bill
  10. May 2026
  11. The Standard

    A casual labourer who has a swollen neck condition, Ochieng went to seek review and treatment at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, but was referred to KNH.

    PSVs strike disrupts health care, patients walk to hospitals
  12. Citizen Digital

    The remarks come days after uproar over a TikTok live session by newly-appointed Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital board member Calvince Gaucho, who was filmed moving through hospital wards while streaming patients and hospital activities in real time.

    KMA condemns politicians, public figures over live streams in hospitals
  13. April 2026
  14. Citizen Digital

    Uproar after Mama Lucy Hospital board member Gaucho live-streams patients during ward tour By Kenneth Gachie April 29, 2026 11:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Newly-appointed Mama Lucy

    Uproar after Mama Lucy Hospital board member Gaucho live-streams patients during ward tour

Yesterday

  1. Nairobi County Assembly approves 49.27B shilling budget

    The Nairobi County Assembly has approved Governor Johnson Sakaja's KSh49.27 billion budget for the 2026/2027 financial year, a KSh4.67 billion increase from the previous year, prioritising infrastructure, healthcare, education, and service delivery.

    28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 26 July

  1. Murder suspect in three Kiambu killings arrested and held

    Police arrested a suspect in the murder of three men—Kennedy Mambo, John Kamau, and Cyrus Muchiri—who were found dead at Muthithi Estate in Kiambu Town on July 21, 2026. Preliminary investigations indicate the suspect allegedly killed the three men at a construction site after being dismissed from his job as caretaker over theft allegations.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Public hospitals operate normally as health workers strike begins

    Public hospitals in Nairobi and other parts of the country continued to operate on Tuesday despite the start of a nationwide health workers' strike, with patients reporting little or no service disruption. The strike was announced by the Health Union Caucus, citing county governments' failure to address healthcare workers' grievances.

    21 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 12 July

  1. Mama Lucy Hospital opens expanded renal unit for dialysis

    Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson announced the opening of an expanded renal unit at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital equipped with state-of-the-art dialysis machines and staffed by nephrology specialists. The facility will offer hemodialysis services, comprehensive renal care, nutrition guidance, and patient support to reduce the need for patient referrals and improve kidney disease treatment outcomes.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 11 July

  1. Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital opens expanded renal dialysis unit

    Nairobi County has opened an upgraded renal unit at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital in Umoja II, equipped with modern dialysis machines and staffed by a nephrology team, aiming to improve kidney care access and reduce referrals to other health facilities.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 19 June

  1. Over 150 health workers trained in advanced surgical techniques

    More than 150 healthcare professionals at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital in Nairobi County completed a two-day workshop in minimally invasive surgical procedures including laparoscopy, endoscopy, and WALANT techniques, aimed at enhancing medical care and reducing patient recovery periods.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Senator Nyamu, trader dispute over unpaid Sh29,850 hotel bill

    Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu and businessman Dickens Odhiambo are embroiled in a dispute over an unsettled Sh29,850 hotel bill. Nyamu admits deliberately refusing to pay because Odhiambo tarnished her name on social media, while Odhiambo claims the conflict arose after he complained about not receiving a motorcycle during a State House empowerment programme.

    19 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 20 May

  1. PSV strike disrupts patient access to hospitals nationwide

    A nationwide matatu strike triggered by rising fuel prices has paralysed transport services, forcing patients across the country to walk long distances to hospitals. Health service delivery in hospitals has been limited, with patients unable to reach referral hospitals for urgent care.

    20 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 8 May

  1. KMA condemns politicians' live streams in hospitals for political gain

    The Kenya Medical Association has strongly condemned what it says is a growing trend of politicians, public figures and members of the public staging photography sessions, live broadcasts and media events inside healthcare facilities, saying the actions violate patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality under the Constitution and the Health Act, 2017.

    8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Mama Lucy Hospital board member faces backlash over patient livestream

    Calvince Gaucho, newly-appointed board member of Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, live-streamed a ward tour on TikTok, capturing patients in various states including those in visible distress, prompting widespread outrage over privacy violations.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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