Kijabe-based Cure International Hospital for Children has initiated talks with Uasin Gishu County to expand access to specialized care for children with disabilities.

A high-level delegation from the hospital, led by Livingstone Maritim, on Thursday paid a courtesy call on County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health Services, Janet Kurgat, to explore opportunities for collaboration.

The County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health Services, Janet Kurgat, said that they are excited about the partnership with Cure International Hospital for Children.

She noted that children with disabilities in Uasin Gishu deserved access to quality specialized care, adding that the collaboration would significantly improve pediatric orthopaedic and rehabilitative services in the county.

“We are truly excited and optimistic about this strategic partnership with Cure International Hospital for Children. At the heart of our vision for Uasin Gishu is ensuring that every child living with a disability receives world-class, specialized care without barriers,” she reiterated.

The visit focused on training county health workers on managing disabilities and implementing corrective interventions that could transform lives across the region.

Under the proposed partnership, Cure International aims to support corrective surgeries for children with treatable disabilities, while also providing assistive devices such as wheelchairs and crutches to those in need.

Representing Cure International, Mr Livingstone Maritim, the Business Development Manager at Cure International, noted that the initiative will prioritise surgical interventions where possible and ensure broader support for families. Officials believe the collaboration between Cure International, Uasin Gishu County, and national health efforts will significantly strengthen the county’s health sector, particularly in pediatric orthopaedic and rehabilitative services.

Cure International already operates in several Kenyan counties, including Baringo, Elgeyo Marakwet, Homa Bay, Siaya, Mombasa, Kilifi, Turkana, West Pokot, Trans Nzoia, and Nairobi.

The planned rollout in Uasin Gishu marks the latest step in the organization’s nationwide efforts to improve disability care for children.

The meeting was attended by key county officials, including Chief Officer for Preventive and Promotive Services Dr. Billy Lubanga, Chief Officer for Clinical Services Ambrose Tarus, and Principal Programmes Officer Johannes Mosbei. Representing Cure International were Director of Programmes and Development Elijah Wachira, and Ambassador Collins Tanui.