Stakeholders in the health sector are calling for increased government investment in women’s health, warning that failure to address persistent gaps could derail progress toward achieving universal health coverage (UHC).
This follows a survey by a health lobby, White Ribbon Alliance (WRA) Kenya, which revealed deep concerns over poor healthcare delivery, discriminatory practices, inadequate emergency referral systems, and widespread disrespect in maternity care.
Speaking during the release of the findings the survey which was conducted in 44 counties involving 97,000 women and girls, the stakeholders led by Angela Nguku and Stephen Mwatha noted that without significant policy shifts and adequate funding, progress toward universal health coverage risks leaving many women behind.
The push comes amid broader efforts to meet the Sustainable Development Goals and align national health priorities with global standards on gender equity and maternal health.
