The Kakamega County Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Reproductive Health Kenya (RHK), a move aimed at bolstering efforts to combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and enhance access to Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services across the county.
The agreement was signed by Kakamega County Health Executive, Dr. Livingstone Imbayi, on behalf of Governor Fernandes Barasa.
Dr. Imbayi welcomed the partnership, noting that it comes at a critical moment when the county is facing funding constraints following the withdrawal of support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).”This partnership with Reproductive Health Kenya could not have come at a better time,” said Dr. Imbayi. “With dwindling external support, we are committed to seeking new avenues to ensure the continuity of vital health and social programs that protect the dignity and well-being of our residents.”
Reproductive Health Kenya, a French government-funded organization, will work with the county to provide technical and financial support in strengthening GBV prevention initiatives and promoting access to inclusive SRH services.
Nelly Munyasia, the Executive Director of RHK, emphasized that the collaboration is designed to tackle stigma and discrimination, particularly among young people and other vulnerable populations.“Our goal is to create safe spaces and strengthen community-based interventions that empower young people to seek information and services without fear,” Munyasia said.
The partnership is expected to roll out awareness campaigns, capacity building for health workers, and the establishment of youth-friendly centers across the county.
This initiative marks a significant step in Kakamega County’s efforts to address the growing challenges around gender-based violence and reproductive health, especially
