County Government of Siaya, 803/40600, Siaya (2026)

14/08/2026

Siaya County Strengthens Maternal and Newborn Care Through Annual MPDSR Report.

The Siaya County Department of Health Services has strengthened efforts to improve maternal and newborn health following the completion of the Annual Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) Report for the 2025/2026 financial year.

Developed through the Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) Programme, the report provides a review of maternal and perinatal mortality trends, MPDSR findings, implementation of recommendations, achievements, challenges, lessons learnt and near-miss cases.

The report will help the county understand factors contributing to maternal and newborn deaths and identify interventions to improve care. It will support evidence-based decisions and accountability for implementing recommendations.

Key action areas identified include strengthening MPDSR meetings at sub-county and facility levels and developing action-point trackers to ensure recommendations are followed through. The county will also improve documentation, display and adherence to referral protocols, and promote the use of blood monitoring charts to enhance preparedness for obstetric emergencies.

The department will further strengthen Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC/BEmONC) capacity through training and capacity building for health workers, while equipping under-resourced facilities with essential maternal and newborn equipment.

To address low uptake of Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (CEmONC) services, the county plans to conduct facility and community CEmONC awareness and uptake drives.

The review also highlights the need to strengthen care for high-risk groups, including adolescents and women with previous caesarean-section scars, while introducing structured tools and guidelines for auditing and learning from near-miss cases.

The Department of Health Services appreciates the partnership with Lwala Community Alliance in strengthening maternal and newborn health services across Siaya County.

Through implementation of the report’s recommendations, the county seeks to translate lessons from maternal and perinatal deaths into practical actions that improve quality of care and save lives.

13/08/2026

A New Chapter of Service

The swearing-in of Ms. Dorothy Ruth Ayoma as a Member of the Public Service Board today was presided over by Governor James Orengo in the presence of Ag. County Secretary Ms. Elizabeth Adongo, County Attonery Emma Maumo, CECM for Governance and ICT Joseph Rading, CECM for Tourism, Culture, Arts and Sports K*t Ochogo and representatives from the Judiciary — Kevin Odhiambo, Martin Omondi and Ms. Okwaro Winnie.

The ceremony marked the formal induction of Ms. Ayoma into the Public Service Board, underscoring the importance of integrity, service, and adherence to the Constitution and the laws of Kenya in the discharge of public duties.

12/08/2026

Siaya County, Aga Khan University Join Forces to Improve Maternal and Newborn Care.

The County Government of Siaya, Department of Health and Services has partnered with Aga Khan University-Kenya through the Newborn Essential Solutions and Technologies (NEST360) programme to strengthen maternal and newborn care and reduce preventable deaths across the county.

The partnership, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), seeks to improve the quality of care given to neonates through life-saving technologies, mentorship, health-worker training and data-driven quality improvement.

The initiative comes as Siaya intensifies efforts to address maternal and newborn deaths. According to the county’s 2025/2026 Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) report, 16 maternal deaths were recorded across the six sub-counties during the reporting period.

According to the reports, 372 perinatal deaths were recorded, comprising 176 macerated stillbirths, 129 fresh stillbirths and 67 deaths among newborns aged between zero and seven days across the County.

The findings point to the need for stronger antenatal care, early identification and management of high-risk pregnancies, timely referral and close monitoring of fetal wellbeing. The partnership will also support efforts to strengthen intrapartum care, fetal monitoring, emergency obstetric services and timely intervention during labour.

Under the NEST360 partnership, the county will support dedicated and functional neonatal care spaces, reliable power and water supply, equipment maintenance and access to biomedical engineering support.

The collaboration will further strengthen the use of Ministry of Health neonatal registers and reporting tools while building health workers’ capacity to use data to guide clinical and programme decisions.

NEST360 initially supported 10 hospitals in Kenya before expanding to 21 facilities during its second phase, including facilities in Siaya. The current programme runs from 2024 to 2028.

The partnership is expected to complement Siaya’s ongoing MPDSR and quality-improvement efforts, with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of neonatal care and reducing preventable maternal, perinatal and newborn deaths.

11/08/2026

KCB Bank today reaffirmed its longstanding partnership with the County Government of Siaya with a courtesy visit to the Payroll Department, where the bank presented a 43-inch Smart TV as a token of appreciation for the strong relationship built over the years.

The delegation, led by Siaya Branch Manager Molline Otieno, Ugunja Branch Manager Daniel Sakwa, and Nyanza Regional Sales Manager Brendon Ken Obet, was received by County Payroll Manager Jeconiah Omondi, who appreciated KCB’s continued support and recognition.

The Smart TV will provide the Payroll team with an opportunity to stay informed on current affairs and key developments.

A partnership that goes beyond banking—built on trust, appreciation and shared commitment.

06/08/2026

Siaya County Charts New Strategies to Reduce Maternal and Newborn Deaths.

The Siaya County Department of Health and Sanitation has outlined a series of practical interventions aimed at strengthening maternal and newborn healthcare following a quarterly Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) review meeting.

The forum brought together health managers and reproductive health stakeholders to review maternal and perinatal outcomes,identify existing gaps and agree on priority actions to improve the quality of care for mothers and newborns.

Among the key resolutions was the commencement of perinatal mortality audit and review meetings beginning in September, with preliminary visits planned to selected high-volume facilities including Bondo, Ambira and others. The visits will help assess existing challenges, strengthen documentation and improve the quality of case reviews.

Participants emphasized the need for more interactive multidisciplinary meetings to bring medical officers, gynaecologists and frontline healthcare providers closer together in addressing maternal and newborn health challenges. The forum also agreed on the development and sharing of practical assessment tools to identify pre-existing conditions that may place mothers and babies at risk during pregnancy and childbirth.

To strengthen quality improvement, facilities will share updated paediatric and reproductive health protocols with all clinical staff to promote adherence to standard care.

The meeting noted the need to improve targeted postnatal care by ensuring every mother receives a postnatal check-up within 48 hours after delivery and that the services are properly documented. Despite ongoing interventions, postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) remains the leading cause of maternal deaths in Siaya County, highlighting the need for timely identification and management of obstetric emergencies.

The review also identified stillbirths as an area requiring urgent attention, with Bondo reporting the highest burden among the facilities reviewed. Participants called for improved data quality by reducing documentation and data entry errors while strengthening the quality of newborn care, particularly for premature babies.

Other priority actions include addressing gaps in perinatal audits, increasing the number of health workers trained in essential newborn care and establishing simulation rooms to support practical EmONC training and skills retention.

As part of the agreed action points for the quarter, health facility teams will also follow up to ensure every postnatal visit is conducted within 48 hours of delivery and accurately documented.

The resolutions are expected to strengthen the county's maternal and newborn health programme by improving surveillance, enhancing the quality of clinical care and accelerating efforts to reduce preventable maternal and perinatal deaths across Siaya County.

06/08/2026

Siaya County Strengthens Newborn Survival Through Virtual Learning on Newborn Resuscitation

The Siaya County Department of Health Services, in partnership with Amref Health Africa, convened a virtual learning webinar on Newborn Resuscitation, reaffirming the county’s commitment to equipping healthcare professionals with life-saving skills that improve newborn survival and reduce preventable neonatal deaths.

The webinar brought together healthcare professionals from across the county for an interactive learning session focused on strengthening knowledge, practical skills and teamwork in newborn resuscitation, particularly during the critical first minutes after birth.

Held under the theme “A Critical Skill. A Second Chance. A Brighter Future,” the session emphasized that timely and effective newborn resuscitation can mean the difference between life and death for babies who experience breathing difficulties immediately after delivery.

The training highlighted the latest evidence-based newborn resuscitation guidelines and best practices while reinforcing the importance of the “Golden Minute” — the first 60 seconds after birth when prompt intervention significantly increases a newborn’s chances of survival and healthy development.

Participants also discussed approaches to improving patient safety through coordinated teamwork, regular simulation drills and continuous professional development to ensure that every birth attendant is prepared to respond confidently during neonatal emergencies.

The webinar was moderated by Chris Opati, SCMOH GEM/ADCS, while the technical sessions were facilitated by Doureen Agina, Child/Reproductive and Child Health Coordinator at Siaya County Referral Hospital, and Ruth Kering, Pamela Josephine County Reproductive Health Coordinator,a paediatric nurse from Bondo Sub-County Hospital. The facilitators shared practical experiences and guided participants through key principles of newborn resuscitation, emphasizing quality care from the moment of birth.

Chief Officer Health, Dr. Omondi Owino, emphasized the importance of continuously strengthening the capacity of healthcare professionals to deliver quality newborn care. He highlighted that building competencies in newborn resuscitation, promoting adherence to evidence-based clinical guidelines and fostering teamwork are critical to reducing preventable neonatal deaths and improving survival outcomes. He further reiterated the county's commitment to investing in continuous professional development and strategic partnerships to ensure every newborn receives timely, high-quality care from birth.

The County Department of Health Services continues to prioritize capacity building as part of broader efforts to improve maternal and newborn health outcomes. Through partnerships with organizations such as Amref Health Africa, the County is strengthening the skills of healthcare providers, promoting adherence to national clinical standards and enhancing the quality of care across health facilities.

By investing in continuous learning and clinical mentorship, Siaya County aims to reduce preventable newborn deaths and ensure that every baby is given the best possible start to life.

Stronger Families. Safer Births. Healthier Siaya.

05/08/2026

Siaya County Strengthens Maternal and Newborn Survival Through Sub-County Quarterly MPDSR Review.

Every 18 seconds, a woman dies from pregnancy or childbirth-related complications somewhere in the world. Determined to reverse this trend locally, the Siaya County Department of Health and Services convened a Sub- County Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) review meeting to evaluate maternal and newborn health performance, identify gaps, share best practices and chart a stronger path towards ending preventable maternal and newborn deaths.

The quarterly review brought together the County Reproductive Health Coordinator (CHRC), Sub-County Medical Officers of Health (SCMOHs), County Public Health Nursing Services (CPHNS), County Director of Public Health (CDPH), sub-county health management teams, facility managers and implementing partners, including Lwala Community Alliance. The forum reviewed maternal and newborn health performance during the third and fourth quarters of the 2025/2026 financial year, providing an opportunity for sub-counties to present achievements, highlight gaps and challenges, share lessons learnt and agree on practical interventions to improve service delivery.

Despite the identified gaps, the review highlighted notable progress, including improved first antenatal care attendance, strengthened follow-up of high-risk pregnancies, timely maternal and perinatal death reviews, integrated supportive supervision and continuous mentorship. Participants also recognized the critical role of Community Health Promoters in identifying pregnancy complications early and linking mothers to skilled care.

The meeting, however, identified persistent challenges, including shortages of skilled maternity personnel, limited Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) capacity, weak referral systems, resource constraints and gaps in implementing MPDSR recommendations. Presentations further identified birth asphyxia, prematurity, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, obstructed labour and delayed recognition of labour danger signs as leading contributors to perinatal deaths.

As part of the way forward, participants resolved to strengthen implementation of agreed action points through continuous mentorship, improved referral coordination, enhanced data quality, functional MPDSR committees and regular maternal and perinatal death reviews. The county will also update the MPDSR standard presentation template to incorporate Every Woman, Every Newborn Everywhere (EWENE) indicators, enabling standardized reporting, improved tracking of maternal and newborn outcomes and stronger accountability across all sub-counties.

The review reaffirmed the Sub Counties commitment to translating data into action by advancing the EWENE*Every Woman, Every Newborn Everywhere agenda, strengthening evidence-based decision-making and ensuring every mother and every newborn has an equal opportunity to survive and thrive.

01/08/2026

Siaya County Strengthens HIV Clinical Care Through Quarterly Peer-to-Peer Support Debrief Session

The Siaya County Department of Health and Services,CHMT CoAg-NGIMA FOR SURE*, has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the quality of HIV care through its Quarterly Peer-to-Peer Support Debrief Session.

The forum brought together Health Care workers Champion, County and Sub County HIV programme officers to review service delivery progress, share best practices, and identify practical solutions to challenges affecting integrated management of HIV/ STI /VTP and Viral Hepatitis across the county.

A key highlight was the presentation of the NYAWEST Data Dashboard, an interactive digital platform developed for counties in the Nyanza and Western Kenya region. The dashboard enables real-time tracking of mentorship activities, viral load trends, clinical decision-making, quality of care indicators, and mortality. Participants explored how the tool supports performance monitoring, highlights service delivery gaps, and informs timely, evidence-based clinical decisions.

The session also emphasized the need to scale up use of the Kobo digital platform to strengthen data collection, reporting, and analysis at facility and sub-county levels. Participants recommended refining dashboard indicators to better align with county priorities and ensure data directly informs programme improvement.

Discussions further underscored the value of continuous mentorship, structured peer learning, and multidisciplinary collaboration in strengthening clinical decision-making and improving patient outcomes. Participants agreed on the need for regular review of clinical indicators to guide targeted technical support and drive continuous quality improvement.

The debrief concluded with a renewed commitment to strengthen facility based peer to peer support, leverage data for decision-making, and enhance collaboration in delivering sustainable-quality, client-centered services.

Through sustained learning and evidence-based practice, Siaya County continues to improve HIV care, increase viral suppression rates, and achieve better health outcomes for recipients of care services

31/07/2026

Siaya County Strengthens Vertical Transmission Prevention to Accelerate Triple Elimination of HIV.

Siaya County has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and Hepatitis B through a Vertical Transmission Prevention (VTP) Taskforce meeting that brought together county health managers, implementing partners and frontline manager to review progress, identify service gaps and align county interventions with Kenya's 2026–2032 Triple Elimination Roadmap.

The session reviewed the county's HIV epidemiological situation, viral load performance and progress in Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT), emphasizing the need for integrated maternal and child health services to achieve the World Health Organization (WHO) validation criteria for eliminating vertical transmission.

County PMTCT/VTP Coordinator Zilper Imbuye emphasized the need to strengthen HIV testing across all service delivery points, with particular focus on testing at labour and delivery, noting that this remains one of the county's lowest-performing indicators. She stressed that testing mothers at delivery provides an opportunity to identify new HIV infections acquired late in pregnancy, enabling immediate initiation of treatment and timely interventions to prevent transmission to newborns. She further called for improved follow-up of mother-baby pairs throughout pregnancy, delivery and the breastfeeding period to ensure sustained viral suppression and better health outcomes.

The taskforce also reaffirmed the importance of implementing the four-pronged PMTCT strategy, which focuses on preventing HIV among women of reproductive age, preventing unintended pregnancies among women living with HIV, preventing transmission from mothers to their infants, and providing lifelong treatment, care and support for mothers, children and their families.

Dr. Kennedy Oruenjo urged healthcare workers to strengthen integrated service delivery by promoting early antenatal care attendance, routine screening for HIV, syphilis and Hepatitis B, timely treatment, partner involvement and effective monitoring of mother-baby pairs. He also underscored the importance of quality data, collaboration and accountability in accelerating progress towards Kenya's triple elimination targets.

The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment by the county, health facilities and partners to strengthen integrated services, close existing gaps and accelerate efforts towards ending paediatric HIV and eliminating vertical transmission of HIV, syphilis and Hepatitis B in Siaya County.

30/07/2026

Siaya County-JICA Partnership in Strengthening Health and Community Development

The County Government of Siaya today hosted the Japanese Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Hiroshi Matsuura, in a visit that underscored the long-standing partnership between the Government of Japan, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and Siaya County in advancing healthcare, community development, and sustainable livelihoods.

The Ambassador was received by the Ag. County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health, Prof. Jacqueline Oduol, County Executive Committee Member for Governance, Administration and ICT Joseph Rading, and the Director of Public Health, Dr. Oruenjo, who highlighted the progress achieved through the county's collaboration with JICA.

Prof. Oduol lauded JICA's continued support in strengthening Siaya's health system through healthcare worker training, mentorship, and technical assistance, noting that the partnership has enhanced the capacity of frontline health workers to provide quality services across the county.

Dr. Oruenjo briefed the delegation on the JICA Volunteer Programme, through which Japanese volunteers have worked closely with healthcare workers and communities to strengthen community health systems. The programme has supported health promotion, disease prevention, community engagement, and capacity building for community health workers, contributing to improved healthcare delivery at the grassroots level.

A key area of collaboration has been malaria prevention and control, with JICA supporting community education and behaviour change interventions aimed at reducing the burden of malaria and improving health outcomes.

The programme also highlighted JICA's integrated approach to community development. Besides the Karadolo Water Supply Project, conducting probation rehabilitation project for minors released from correctional facilities in Bondo, which promotes social reintegration, mental well-being, and positive youth development while strengthening safer and healthier communities.

Prof. Oduol reaffirmed the strong partnership between Japan and Siaya, noting that JICA's investment in health, water, environment, climate change, irrigation, and natural resource management continues to build resilient communities and improve the quality of life for residents.

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