Uasin Gishu and Moi University Hold Health Innovation Training for Primary Healthcare Workers

In a groundbreaking step toward transforming grassroots healthcare, the County Government of Uasin Gishu, in partnership with Moi University and supported by the Mastercard Foundation, has rolled out a bold initiative under the Africa Health Collaborative (AHC) project to train primary healthcare workers in entrepreneurial community health solutions.

The training, held on Tuesday, focused on equipping county health workers with entrepreneurial tools to address pressing community health challenges. Participants explored innovative ways to identify sector gaps, develop sustainable business models—including profit, non-profit, and hybrid formats—and implement impactful health solutions within local communities.

Addressing the participants, County Primary Healthcare Coordinator Collete Chirchir said, “This is a game-changer in how we approach public health because we’re merging innovation with grassroots care.”

Prof. Patrick Kere, Project Pillar Lead, also highlighted key areas such as policy evaluation, intellectual property rights, and commercialization strategies for health innovations. He emphasized that empowering healthcare workers is not just about service but about leading community-based health transformation.

With this pilot initiative, Uasin Gishu is setting the pace for a future where local health solutions are homegrown, scalable, and sustainable.