Dr. Greg Ganda

13/11/2025

Joined the Council of Governors (CoG) as Chair of the CeCs Caucus to launch the County MPDSR Initiative — a key step toward improving maternal and newborn health across counties. I’m truly excited about this milestone!

Led by the CoG Whip H.E. Muthomi Njuki, alongside H.E. Stephen Sang, H.E. Kenneth Lusaka, and H.E. Mohamed Adan Khalif, the launch brought together leaders, health workers, and partners united for better health outcomes.

The highlight of the day was the creation of an accountability mechanism with live dashboards to track progress and coordinate implementation of key recommendations — driving real, data-led impact on the ground.

Together, we’re building a stronger, more resilient, and responsive health system for all. 💪🏽

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13/11/2025

Last month, a specialist from Eldoret cheekily asked me whether our Zipline project is still working.

Well — it’s not just working, it’s saving lives every day.

I get reports monthly and in October alone, 52 units of blood were flown by Zipline drones to save lives across Kisumu — reaching patients in emergencies within minutes in 63 health facilities

And that’s not all. The same month, Zipline made 1,103 deliveries for medical supplies across our facilities, accounting for over 10,000 vaccines other medical supplies keeping services running smoothly.

So, to the specialist who recently asked if our Zipline project is still working — yes, it is. And it’s working exactly where it matters most — saving lives. ❤️🚁

Thanking our brothers and sisters from Nyamira county , kisii county and the regional blood center for ensuring we never run out of blood. Kisii Nyamira and Homabay counties are also beneficiaries of the drone deliveries

13/11/2025

On the sidelines of a visit by JnJ foundation, we renewed our MOU with Living Goods . This partnership started about 5 years ago has been the most transformative in our community health leading to the first large scale deployment of electronic community health system in Kenya, lessons which advised the national scale up.

13/11/2025

From illness to wellness 🤝

Today, we had the honour of hosting Howard Reid, President of the Johnson & Johnson Foundation here in Kisumu County
Mr. Reid leads J&J’s global philanthropic efforts — building resilient, community-based health systems and investing in innovations that advance health equity around the world.

Our discussions centered on how global partnerships can accelerate and strengthen what we are doing to build resilient, digitally connected primary health systems — starting from the community level.

We also went though our entire health ssystem beginning with a visit to a household in Nyalenda to appreciate firsthand how digital tools, community health workers, and innovation are reshaping the delivery of care.

we showcased key milestones in our partnership and shared the real impact of collaboration on the ground:
✅ At the *Nyalenda Health and Wellness Centre, we presented our newly launched Health and Wellness Program, a model designed to bring preventive and promotive care closer to communities.
✅ We toured the Mental Health Unit at Kisumu County Referral Hospital which now serves hundreds of clients monthly and is earmarked for a major upgrade to improve capacity and dignity in care.
✅ Finally, we interacted with *health workers from Level 2 and 3 facilities undergoing capacity building in mental health*— part of a broader program that has already trained all our Community Health Workers to identify, manage, and refer mental health cases.

Our ongoing work in mental health has been supported through funding from the Johnson & Johnson Foundation, channelled via partners dedicated to strengthening community resilience and health systems.

We deeply appreciate this partnership — a testament to what can be achieved when global vision aligns with local leadership and community action

Together, we are building a healthier, more inclusive future for Kisumu.

11/11/2025

This morning, I had a great catch-up meeting with Joost van der Meer, the CEO of Healthy Entrepreneurs and a great friend. Healthy Entrepreneurs is one of our key partners in community health in Kisumu. For the past two years, they have been working in Seme, where our CHWs are trained to check blood pressure and blood glucose in the community, link patients to clinicians via telemedicine from their homes, and ensure medication is delivered to the doorstep.
This model — already used successfully in Uganda is helping us detect hypertension and diabetes earlier and bring quality primary care closer to our people. Proud of the progress we’re making in Seme, and we’re now working to secure funding to scale this sustainable model, which also improves CHW remuneration and strengthens community health. We are also venturing into child monitoring program

09/11/2025

Spent the weekend in the village. My son developed a fever, so I took him to the nearest facility. Chiga Subcounty Hospital was open, but I only found a volunteer HRIO cleaning up. She told me, “nurse ametoka kidogo, anarudi.” In short, no clinician on site.
I then went to Chiga Mission Hospital, a facility that works very closely with the County Government. We support them with a family physician who runs the chronic illness clinic twice a week, and they’re strong beneficiaries of our quality improvement program with PharmAccess. I happened to meet the Sister-in-Charge passing by the facility after church just to check on them. The receptionist and clinical officer were excellent. They took history, sent us to the lab, and—impressively—they can run a full hemogram using just a capillary sample. Diagnosis: viral infection. We got our meds and left. Good work to Chiga mission hospital. Clean facility, available staff.
I have a lot of work to do in our public facility!

08/11/2025

When we began the journey to strengthen our health services, we identified governance and autonomy as critical foundations. After investing in leadership training, we deployed a surgeon and a gynecologist to Ahero County Hospital, appointed a surgeon as the new In-Charge, appointed an experienced administrator and restructured the hospital board to enhance professionalism and community representation.

Today, I’m proud to see the impact of these decisions.

Over the past fifteen months, Ahero County Hospital has seen a remarkable transformation . The hospital has received a major facelift with repairs, new doors and windows, improved security grills, fresh paint, and floodlights that have greatly enhanced safety and the overall environment.

We’ve boosted communication and transparency with new LED signage and a clearer service charter, making it easier for patients to navigate the facility.

Security has improved with a comprehensive CCTV system now covering all key areas, while the mortuary has undergone a dignified facelift with better lighting, signage, and modern body shelves.

The operating theatre has been equipped with new machines that enhance surgical efficiency and safety. Doctors’ call rooms have also been renovated to offer a more supportive working environment.

In line with our digital health agenda, Ahero Hospital now has high-speed Starlink internet and improved internal connectivity — strengthening EMR use, reporting, and teleconsultations.

Finally, the transition to a stable 3-phase power system and investments in ICT equipment and modern office furniture have improved reliability and administrative efficiency across the hospital.

Ahero County Hospital is clearly on a new path — driven by stronger governance, modern systems, and a renewed commitment to quality care. Congratulations to Dr Kevin and Allan the admin, for the leadership. Did I mention that their maternal and newborn indicators have markedly improved? Good work Dr Lillian the dedicated gynecologist at the hospital

04/11/2025

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04/11/2025

I visited Migosi Sub-County Hospital today, and it’s amazing to see what we’ve achieved together over the past year. 💪🏾

We’ve modernized the old maternity wing and refurbished the kitchen with new fittings, a fridge, gas installation, and improved water storage. Created a children play area.

Through the Social Health Authority (SHA), the hospital has made tangible progress — reducing pending bills, improving waiting areas, adding TVs for patients, installing new floodlights for security, staff ID tags, and smoother digital registration.

Migosi is on the right path towards our shared vision — a globally competitive county health service that meets the needs of our people. 🌿

01/11/2025

30/10/2025

2022, learning in India. 2025, Implementing in Kisumu. Grateful to the Government of India for opening your doors and allowing us to learn from your exemplary primary healthcare systems. Combining lessons from India, Rwanda and Cuba, the lessons will begin to transform lives in Kisumu!