The Kenya Navy has taken a major step in enhancing its healthcare services with the commissioning of a new ultra-modern Radiology Complex at The Kenya Navy Hospital (TKNH), located at the Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe in Mombasa.
The state-of-the-art facility was officially inaugurated by the Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, in the presence of Her Excellency Ms. Namgya Khampa, the High Commissioner of India to Kenya. The event marked the culmination of a strong bilateral initiative between Kenya and India aimed at strengthening healthcare within the military.
The highlight of the ceremony was the unveiling of a commemorative plaque, followed by a guided tour of the Radiology Complex, which is equipped with a cutting-edge 128-slice CT scan machine. Both the facility and the CT scanner are generous donations from the Government of India, underscoring the deepening defence and development cooperation between the two nations.
General Kahariri lauded the transformative value of the facility, emphasizing its importance in supporting the health and well-being of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel and their families.
“This facility will significantly augment our medical capacities at the Kenya Navy, ensuring personnel and their dependents receive world-class healthcare,” he said. “It is a powerful demonstration of what strategic partnerships can achieve.”
He further acknowledged the strength of Kenya-India relations, describing the project as a tangible outcome of diplomatic engagement and shared aspirations.
Her Excellency Ms. Khampa echoed the sentiments, reaffirming India’s continued support for Kenya’s healthcare and defence development goals. She noted the historic and enduring ties between the two nations, describing the initiative as a symbol of their mutual commitment to progress.
“This initiative is a testament to the historical friendship between India and Kenya. It reflects our shared vision of enhancing defence collaboration and promoting quality healthcare,” she remarked.
Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, also praised the addition of the new complex, calling it a game-changer for both morale and operational readiness.
“The impact of this donation on the morale and well-being of our personnel and their families cannot be overstated. The addition of this facility will further empower accurate and timely diagnosis, leading to improved patient outcomes,” he said.
The commissioning of the Radiology Complex represents a significant milestone in the Kenya Defence Forces’ broader agenda to modernize its medical infrastructure, particularly in the area of diagnostic and imaging services. It reflects a broader commitment to providing cutting-edge medical support to those who serve and protect the nation.
