13/12/2025
It’s been 5 years now once we signed a MOU with VIBRI. The Kisumu County Government has enjoyed a strong and productive partnership with them through the Kisumu County Referral Hospital. This collaboration has made a real difference—supporting clinical research and strengthening hospital systems, including laboratory accreditation, maintenance of critical infrastructure such as generators, and incinerator support. These contributions have helped improve service delivery and patient care for our people.
Today, VIBRI reached an important new milestone. On behalf of the Kisumu County Government, H.E. Governor Prof. Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o, and joined by his Chief of Protocol Bob Madanji, I officially opened the VIBRI Clinical Research Centre in Kisumu.
This new Centre is more than a research facility. It includes a fully equipped clinical area offering both outpatient and inpatient services, supported by modern laboratory and pharmacy services. It also houses a dedicated administrative and leadership space to support effective governance, coordination, and growth of research activities.
The Centre positions research as a key pillar for addressing pressing health challenges, strengthening our health system, building local capacity, and empowering young professionals. Through close integration with the Department of Health and strong partnerships at all levels, it will promote evidence-based care, innovation, and community-centered solutions.
With full support from the County Government, this launch signals a healthier, stronger, and more globally connected Kisumu.