Kenya: More Than Sh2.58 Billion for Hospitals

6 December 2013

The Mombasa government is set to partner with a Chinese firm to improve the health sector. Governor Hassan Joho has held talks with China Sinopharm International Corporation, which has proposed to refurbish and equip the existing health facilities in the county.

Through its local partner, Pharmken Ltd, the Chinese firm also plans to construct a new modern hospital that will focus on oncology, cardiology, orthopaedics and renal medicine. The Chinese firm said it will be working on a budget of between USD30-50 million (between Sh2.58-4.3 billion).The facility will also have a modern private wing that is aimed at offering all healthcare services at affordable rates.

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