The Ministry of Health will roll out a nationwide immunization campaign from 5th to 14th July 2025, targeting Typhoid and Measles-Rubella (MR)-two dangerous, yet preventable diseases threatening the health and lives of our children.
The program, which is set to run from 5th to 14th July 2025, aims to vaccinate children aged 9 months to 14 years with the Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine, and those aged 9 months to 5 years with the Measles-Rubella vaccine.
Speaking at the event held in Nairobi, the Ministry of Health Director General, Dr. Patrick Amoth, said that the country has recorded 2,949 cases of measles with 18 resultant fatalities in the period between January 2024 and February 2025.
Amoth revealed that Typhoid fever continues to affect over 100,000 people annually, particularly those in informal settlements and areas without access to clean water.
The program is set to benefit over 15 Million Children will further pave way for the introduction of the new Typhoid conjugate vaccine which will be provided routinely at 9 months of age in all immunization facilities Accordiny to Ministry of Health, Kenya is facing rising cases of antimicrobial-resistant typhoid, with children under 15 years bearing the greatest burden and those under five most at risk of death.
The spread of drug-resistant typhoid, exacerbated by climate change and urbanization-poses a real and growing threat. Vaccination has proven to be a powerful tool in stopping this disease.
To support the initiative, the government has allocated 13 billion shillings to the Primary Health Care Fund, out of which KSh 4.9 billion is earmarked for vaccines and related supplies to help in bridging the immunization gaps.
Following the campaign, Dr. Amoth said the TCV will be integrated into the routine immunization schedule for children at 9 months of age. This rollout is a firm demonstration of the Kenyan Government’s commitment to ensuring that no child dies from a vaccine-preventable disease. “We will not relent until every child, in every village and town, is protected through timely vaccination.”We call on parents, caregivers, and communities to ensure every eligible child is vaccinated. We also urge our county health teams, faith leaders, and partners to mobilize and make this campaign a success,” said Amoth.
The government aims for 95 percent MR coverage and 80 percent TCV coverage. No child should suffer or die from diseases that can be prevented.
