The Embu County Department of Health has presented its proposed budget estimates for the 2025/2026 Financial Year, outlining key investments aimed at improving healthcare delivery across the region.
Speaking before the County Assembly, Health CECM Hon. Jamal Runyenje said the department’s top priorities include recruiting more skilled health workers, increasing drug supplies, boosting emergency response capacity, and upgrading diagnostic equipment in public health facilities.
“Our focus is to strengthen service delivery, reduce patient referrals, and curb preventable deaths caused by staffing gaps and poor infrastructure,” Mr. Runyenje told the Assembly.
Key proposals in the budget include the hiring of additional medical personnel, procurement of ambulances, and acquisition of modern treatment and diagnostic equipment.
The department also plans to increase funding for essential drugs and engage more professional and security staff to support operations.
The budget presentation comes as part of the county’s broader annual review process.
Runyenje expressed optimism that with Assembly support, the planned interventions will significantly raise the quality and reliability of health services for Embu residents.
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