LVCT Kenya

LVCT Kenya LVCT Health is a Kenyan nongovernmental organization dedicated to improving health care in African countries through strengthening policy and health system

LVCT Health is a local non-governmental organization that works closely with the Ministry of Health through NASCOP, county governments and collaborates with strategic private, public, academic and civil society partners locally and internationally. LVCT Health is currently implementing programs in HIV prevention, care and treatment, Gender Based Violence -GBV, Sexual Reproductive Health -SRH and H

IV testing. We are present in twenty seven (27) counties of Kenya. Our work in anchored on the national and county HIV prevention goals and contributes to the Kenya’s vision 2030. We have built a unique capacity in implementation of a Research-Policy-Practice Hatua model that facilitates generation and utilization of evidence from research and practice to inform national policies, programs and strengthen health systems for an effective HIV response in Kenya and beyond.

For generations, Mfangano Island's distance from the mainland has meant that pregnant mothers here had fewer choices, le...
24/04/2026

For generations, Mfangano Island's distance from the mainland has meant that pregnant mothers here had fewer choices, less access, and higher risk. That changes now.

We have just finalized Phase 1 Quality Improvement Training for Work Improvement Teams across five health facilities in Mfangano Island, part of Suba West Sub-County: Yokia, Ugina, Wakula, Soklo, and Remba.

This is part of LVCT Health's C-it-DU-it (See it, Do it) project in Homa Bay County. This model has delivered results elsewhere, and now it is coming to one of Lake Victoria's most underserved communities, where a community health worker is often a pregnant mother's only link to care. The goal is to ensure that every woman reaches all eight World Health Organization -recommended antenatal care contacts.

Facility staff and Community Health Promoters learnt together, because the place where mothers fall through the cracks is the facility-community interface.

Teams learnt the Kenya Quality Model for Community Health, ANC follow-up tools, eCHIS digital systems, and QI coaching skills built for the long haul, not a one-off workshop.

The water between this island and the mainland has kept too many mothers from the care they deserve, we are here to bridge that gap and make sure every pregnant woman on Mfangano Island gets it.



County Government Of Homa Bay, National Institute for Health and Care Research

🚀 The Homa Bay Adolescent Symposium culminated in the launch of the Homa Bay Multisectoral Action Plan for Adolescents a...
16/04/2026

🚀 The Homa Bay Adolescent Symposium culminated in the launch of the Homa Bay Multisectoral Action Plan for Adolescents and Young People's Health 2025–2029.

LVCT Health was proud to be part of the just concluded Homa Bay Adolescent Symposium, which brought together over 400 young people alongside government officials, civil society, and development partners under the theme "Our Voice, Our Health, Our Future."

faces some of the most acute adolescent health indicators in Kenya, a teenage pregnancy rate of 23%, HIV prevalence four times the national average at 15.2%, and gender-based violence rates well above national statistics. The Action Plan directly confronts these realities with concrete, costed strategies across six pillars: teenage pregnancy, HIV and AIDS, gender-based violence, mental health, social and behaviour change, and governance.

As a member of the Technical Working Group, LVCT Health contributed to the technical development of the plan, from situational analysis to strategy design to the implementation matrix. Our team's presence in Homa Bay has not only been about service delivery, but also about ensuring that the systems and frameworks guiding adolescent health are grounded in evidence and built to last beyond any single project.

Watching young people in the room, sharing their stories, asking sharp questions and receiving recognition for their resilience is a reminder of why this work matters.

Congratulations to Homa Bay County Department of Health, and to all the partners who made this possible. Now the work of implementation begins.



County Government Of Homa Bay, County Government of Homa Bay-Department of Health Services

Augustine Masinde

Every pregnant woman deserves quality antenatal care across all eight World Health Organization (WHO)-recommended contac...
10/04/2026

Every pregnant woman deserves quality antenatal care across all eight World Health Organization (WHO)-recommended contacts. That's the standard we're working towards, and this week, we've taken a meaningful step forward.

We've kicked off Phase 1 Quality Improvement Training for Work Improvement Teams (WITs) under LVCT Health's C-it-DU-it . (See it, Do it) project in .

This follows a Master Trainers Workshop held last month, and will continue over the next two weeks, cascading skills from county level all the way to the frontline healthcare workers.

What sets this apart is that and facility staff are learning together in the same room, because improving care at the facility-community interface cannot happen in silos.

The training covers the Kenya Quality Model for Community Health ( ), functional WIT structures, ANC follow-up tools, eCHIS digital systems, and QI coaching for sustained improvement.

At the heart of it all is a simple but powerful cycle: see the gap, act on it, and measure the change.

Homa Bay County faces real maternal and newborn health challenges. This is how we start closing that gap, one team, one action plan, one community at a time.



Kenya Medical Research Institute, The Ministry of Health, County Government Of Homa Bay

📍Today in , we brought together key stakeholders for the Project Evaluation Data Validation Workshop, a milestone mar...
31/03/2026

📍Today in , we brought together key stakeholders for the Project Evaluation Data Validation Workshop, a milestone marking the close of a two-year journey in HIV combination prevention among adolescents and young people (AYP) in Kosewe Ward, Ndhiwa Sub-County, Homa Bay County.

The SAWA (Support and Advocacy for Wellness and Access to HIV Prevention) Project, funded by ViiV Healthcare , was designed to address the triple threat and increase uptake of HIV combination prevention interventions among AYP in one of Kenya's high-burden counties.

The workshop brought together the County Director for Gender, the County AYP Focal Person, our sub-grantee Activate Action, the LVCT Health team, and most importantly, the Kosewe Ward community whose voices remain central to this work.

As part of our commitment to rigorous, evidence-based programming, our evaluation team conducted a mixed-methods evaluation to assess the extent to which project objectives were achieved. Today's session gave partners and collaborators the opportunity to review preliminary findings and provide feedback that will shape the final evaluation report.

We remain grateful to ViiV Healthcare for their support, and to every partner and community member who walked this journey with us. The evidence we generate together is what drives better health outcomes for young people across the region.



County Government Of Homa Bay, Activate Action Kenya, ViiV Healthcare

📍 Homa Bay County: Transforming Schools, One Classroom at a TimeWe completed a weeklong engagement with the teachers at ...
27/03/2026

📍 Homa Bay County: Transforming Schools, One Classroom at a Time

We completed a weeklong engagement with the teachers at Kachieng' Primary School, training them on the LEARN (Learning Environments that Advance Rights and Nonviolence) Toolkit.

Despite the 2001 ban, corporal punishment remains a reality in many Kenyan schools. But change is possible, and it starts with equipping educators with the right tools.

The LEARN Toolkit takes a whole-school approach, replacing violence with positive discipline, child protection, and social-emotional learning. Over the past week, teachers at Kachieng' have:

✅ Explored positive discipline strategies to foster safe, inclusive classrooms.
✅ Engaged with the My Caring Classroom Companion Toolkit for self-reflection and stress management.
✅ Prepared to deliver life skills sessions using the Heroes in the Making learner workbook.
✅ Embraced their role in a broader ecosystem that includes school leaders, caregivers, and learners.

The energy and commitment from this team have been incredible. They’ve embraced the training and are ready to roll out the whole-school approach, proving that when teachers are supported, schools can become places where children truly thrive.

With over 160 teachers, headteachers, and Board members already reached across our focus counties of and , and more than 1,100 parents engaged, we’re seeing growing momentum for safer, more inclusive learning environments.

Today in Kilifi South, LVCT Health, through the Stawisha Pwani project, joined the global community in marking World TB ...
24/03/2026

Today in Kilifi South, LVCT Health, through the Stawisha Pwani project, joined the global community in marking World TB Day 2026.

As a long-standing partner to county governments, LVCT Health remains a vital force in the fight to eliminate TB. This year’s theme, "Yes! We can end TB! Led by countries. Powered by people," underscores a pivotal shift from global promises to grassroots action.

Impact Action

Through the Stawisha Pwani Project, LVCT Health is turning this theme into reality in Kwale, Kilifi, Taita Taveta, and Mombasa County by:

• Strengthening Health Systems: Working hand-in-hand with the Counties to ensure TB services are integrated and accessible.
• Community-Led Solutions: Empowering local stakeholders to lead the charge in screening and advocacy.
• Delivering Results: Reinforcing the life-saving message that TB is preventable, treatable, and curable.

By bridging the gap between policy and the people, LVCT Health isn't just observing a day; we are accelerating the journey toward a TB-free Kenya.







The Ministry of Health World Health Organization (WHO)

We’ve kicked off a Master Trainers workshop for the C-it-DU-it (See it, Do it) model in , focusing on the practical shi...
23/03/2026

We’ve kicked off a Master Trainers workshop for the C-it-DU-it (See it, Do it) model in , focusing on the practical shift from project-led to county-led quality improvement in community health. Over the next three days, we’ll be working with county and sub-county teams to identify enablers of and barriers to embedding quality improvement into community health services, while updating skills in facilitation, supportive supervision, and coaching. The goal is to build local capacity to drive and sustain quality improvement as part of routine primary healthcare, not as a time-bound project.

The workshop was graced by Dr. Adel Ottoman, Director for Public Health, and Everlyn Ododa, Chief Officer for Public Health, who reaffirmed the county’s commitment to scaling up quality improvement interventions. By the end of the week, we will have developed a county SWOT analysis, selected 39 level 2 and 3 facilities with linked community health units for rollout, and drafted county and sub-county workplans to guide implementation.

We’re looking forward to a productive week of practical planning, honest dialogue, and strengthening the systems that support work improvement teams on the ground.



National Institute for Health and Care Research, Kenya Medical Research Institute

Strengthening Health Systems from the Grassroots to the National LevelWe’re having an incredible time at the , where th...
18/03/2026

Strengthening Health Systems from the Grassroots to the National Level

We’re having an incredible time at the , where the focus is on a critical goal: seamless health integration. From village clinics to national referral centers, stakeholders are discussing how to bridge gaps and enhance service delivery for every citizen.

At LVCT Health, this integration is at the heart of what we do. By linking research, policy, and practice, we provide technical expertise to regional and national governments to ensure high-quality care reaches those who need it most. Our work spans critical areas including:
• HIV & Reproductive Health
• Mental Health & Sexual Violence Prevention
• Maternal & Child Health
• Health Systems Strengthening

We invite you to stop by our exhibition booth to explore our diverse portfolio, including Africa Cities Research Consortium, C-it DU-it, SHINE, and more. Let’s discuss how we can build more resilient communities together.

(UHC)

Division of National AIDS and STI Control Program NSDCC The Global Fund World Health Organization (WHO) UNAIDS Kenya Red Cross Society AHF Kenya Ciheb Kenya Ouma Oluga Simon Kodiaga

No one left behind! 🌍We are proud to see the disability community taking centre stage at the Health Integration Summit 2...
18/03/2026

No one left behind! 🌍

We are proud to see the disability community taking centre stage at the Health Integration Summit 2026 in Mombasa. Through LVCT Health’s support, persons with disabilities are accessing vital HIV services, including PrEP, counselling, and treatment, while taking their rightful place in Technical Working Groups (TWGs).

Under the theme “Health Without Barriers for Holistic HIV Response,” these representatives are sharing their journeys and shaping the future of inclusive healthcare. Despite financial hurdles, the mission continues: creating a world where health is a right, not a privilege.



Division of National AIDS and STI Control Program, NSDCC National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), The Global Fund The Ministry of Health

The Future of HIV Prevention is HERE!The energy at the is absolutely electric, and yesterday’s afternoon session prove...
16/03/2026

The Future of HIV Prevention is HERE!

The energy at the is absolutely electric, and yesterday’s afternoon session proved exactly why! We took a deep dive into the future of HIV prevention with a high-impact session on Lenacapavir, the groundbreaking new injectable PrEP drug. Expertly moderated by Patriciah Jeckonia, LVCT Health Program Manager for Policy Advocacy & HIV Technologies, the discussion successfully demystified the science, usage, and side effects of this game-changing innovation. By breaking down the complexities of Lenacapavir, the session provided delegates with a clear, evidence-based roadmap for how this technology will reshape the landscape of public health.

The depth of the conversation was made possible by a powerhouse panel representing every corner of the health ecosystem—from National and County Government leaders to International NGOs and the vibrant Youth advocates who are driving the future of healthcare. This multi-stakeholder approach highlighted that true health integration isn't just about new drugs; it’s about collaborative policy, community trust, and inclusive access. It was an inspiring reminder that when we bring diverse voices to the table, we move from mere discussion to real-world impact.

The momentum is only building! For those attending the summit, we invite you to connect with our team at our Exhibition Booth today. Discover firsthand how our initiatives are revolutionizing the integration of health services and witness how we are translating high-level summit insights into tangible, life-changing action on the ground.

’s keep the momentum going as we build a healthier, more equitable future together!



Division of National AIDS and STI Control Program NSDCC The Ministry of Health Global Fund for Women Kenya Red Cross Training Institute Kenya Red Cross Society Department of Health Services - Mombasa County Patrick Oyaro AHF Kenya Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK)

Kenya is revolutionizing HIV prevention with the rollout of Lenacapavir, a game-changing injectable offering 99.9% prote...
13/03/2026

Kenya is revolutionizing HIV prevention with the rollout of Lenacapavir, a game-changing injectable offering 99.9% protection with just two shots a year. LVCT HEALTH has been at the forefront of this journey, championing PrEP through pioneering advocacy and community-led solutions to make long-acting innovations a reality.

This March, 21,000 doses are being deployed across 15 priority counties to expand choices beyond daily pills. To learn more, join our very own Patriciah Jeckonia, Program Manager for Policy Advocacy & HIV Technologies, LVCT Health, as she moderates and shares expert insights at the Health Integration Conference on March 15th in Mombasa.



Department of Health Services - Mombasa County NSDCC Division of National AIDS and STI Control Program The Global Fund Patrick Oyaro The Ministry of Health World Health Organization (WHO) AHF Kenya

A Future Without Barriers: Our Vision for Health in Kenya:LVCT Health has long led the charge for integrated health serv...
13/03/2026

A Future Without Barriers: Our Vision for Health in Kenya:

LVCT Health has long led the charge for integrated health services in Kenya. Today, we are moving beyond traditional models by embedding our proven HIV programs into the heart of a resilient primary healthcare framework. This is more than a strategy; it is our roadmap to sustainability and a definitive leap toward Universal Health Coverage ( ).

This is more than a strategic shift; it is our definitive leap toward Universal Health Coverage ( ). By bridging the gap between evidence-based research and national policy, we are not just providing care; we are architecting a health system that is a more equitable future for all Kenyans.

The upcoming 2026 Health Integration Summit in Mombasa County serves as a vital rallying cry, with the theme “Health Without Barriers for a Holistic HIV Response.” We are convening the collective will of national leaders, county governments, partners, and communities to co-design a future in which high-quality HIV prevention and care are seamlessly integrated into the services every Kenyan relies on.

Our goal is a healthcare system defined by unity rather than fragmentation; a system where care is delivered with dignity, free from stigma, and without the shadow of financial hardship.

Call to Action

The time for siloed solutions has passed. We invite you to join our Executive Director, Dr. Lilian Otiso, Dr. Patrick Oyaro, Chief of Party LVCT Health Stawisha Pwani, Patriciah Jeckonia, and Joseph Baraza in Mombasa from 15th-19th March 2026 to turn this vision into a reality. Let us unite to build a stronger, more inclusive health system that leaves no Kenyan behind.

Together, let’s bridge the gaps and deliver health without barriers.



Department of Health Services - Mombasa County The Ministry of Health Division of National AIDS and STI Control ProgramThe Global Fund NSDCC Aden Duale Ouma Oluga

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LVCT Health is a non-governmental organization that works closely with the Ministry of Health through NASCOP, county governments and collaborates with strategic private, public, academic and civil society partners locally and internationally. LVCT Health is currently implementing programs in HIV prevention, care and treatment, Gender Based Violence -GBV, Sexual Reproductive Health -SRH and HIV testing. We are present in twenty five (25) counties of Kenya. Our work in anchored on the national and county HIV prevention goals and contributes to the Kenya’s vision 2030. We have built a unique capacity in implementation of a Research-Policy-Practice (Hatua) model that facilitates generation and utilization of evidence from research and practice to inform national policies, programs and strengthen health systems for an effective HIV response in Kenya and beyond.