Taita Taveta boosts healthcare system, urges workers to uphold professionalism
The initiative is expected to empower facility heads with the necessary tools to manage resources more effectively and align operations with national and county health financing frameworks.
Health workers in Taita Taveta County have been encouraged to maintain high levels of professionalism and ethical conduct in their service to residents, as the devolved unit moves to strengthen healthcare systems through improved financial and administrative practices.
The call was made during the launch of a three-day capacity-building programme held in Voi for health facility in-charges, aimed at enhancing service delivery and financial transparency across county health institutions.
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Deputy Governor Christine Kilalo, who is also the acting County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health Services, stressed the need for accountability and diligence despite fiscal limitations.
“Our financial situation remains a challenge, but it should not hinder our efforts to deliver quality healthcare. We must commit to accurate record keeping, timely reporting, and sticking to our work plans to ensure efficient and transparent operations,” said Kilalo.
The training, supported by the African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP), the Council of Governors, and the Taita Taveta County Department of Health Services, covers key areas such as financial management, integration of services, and effective implementation of the Social Health Insurance Act.
Participants are also being sensitised on the Facilities Improvement Financing Act as part of a broader push towards granting greater autonomy to health facilities in the county.
County Director of Health Services, Elvis Mwandawiro, highlighted the importance of equipping facility managers with sound financial skills to improve the quality and sustainability of health services.
“Proper financial oversight at the facility level is critical if we are to build a resilient and responsive healthcare system,” he said.
The initiative is expected to empower facility heads with the necessary tools to manage resources more effectively and align operations with national and county health financing frameworks.
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