Uasin Gishu First Lady, H.E. Mama Salina Bii, has made a heartfelt appeal to business establishments across the county to install breastfeeding booths, offering safe and private spaces for nursing mothers.

Speaking during the commemoration of World Breastfeeding Week at Mama Rachel Ruto Maternity Hospital, Mrs. Bii officially unveiled a newly installed breastfeeding booth at Rupa Mall. She hailed the initiative as a significant step in supporting mothers and enhancing children’s immunity, especially in working environments.

“When mothers are supported to breastfeed, we empower the next generation with strong immunity and a healthy start to life,” she said. “Businesses must step up and be part of this transformation.”

Mrs. Bii reaffirmed her continued support for efforts that promote the health and well-being of mothers and children, particularly in public and professional spaces.

Preventive and Promotive Health Chief Officer, Dr. Paul Wangwe, noted that the county is actively implementing plans to establish breastfeeding spaces in all sub-county hospitals and major markets.

“Our goal is to improve access and ensure that mothers can breastfeed comfortably wherever they are. Since we opened the Uasin Gishu County Hospital breastfeeding space, over 400 staff members have benefited,” Dr. Wangwe stated.

City Manager Elzeba Busienei welcomed the growing movement, saying the initiative reflects the county’s respect for women and young children.

“This is about dignity. It shows we value our women and recognize the critical role they play in nurturing future generations,” she said.

As the world marks Breastfeeding Week, Uasin Gishu is setting the pace in promoting maternal and child health one booth at a time.