Kenya

Unlike conventional open surgery, the technique allows surgeons to perform the procedure through small incisions using specialised instruments controlled from a surgical console.

Jhpiego will align its reproductive, maternal and newborn health programmes with the EWENE agenda, initially focusing on 18 priority counties identified by the Government.

The technology, DoseMonitor®, connects with the hospital’s imaging equipment to automatically capture data on the amount of radiation used during procedures.

The investment at Naivasha SEZ is expected to contribute to technology transfer, skills development and job creation while strengthening Kenya’s pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity.

The summit will examine reforms covering healthcare financing, primary and specialised care, health commodities, digital health, the health workforce, and maternal and newborn health.

The licensing agreement will allow UCL to manufacture and supply generic alimatravir in African countries and other markets covered by the agreement, subject to successful clinical development and regulatory approval.

The centres will provide comprehensive services, including antenatal and postnatal care, labour and recovery services, obstetric care, Caesarean sections, theatres, maternal and neonatal intensive care, neonatal intensive care units and post-Caesarean wards.

The appointments will see Dr. Patel take over the chairmanship from Dr. Manoj Shah, who has led the Board through a period of significant development for the Nairobi-based hospital.

Keyhole surgery, also known as minimally invasive surgery, involves making small incisions through which surgeons insert specialized instruments and a camera to perform an operation.