Ministry of Health has launched a vaccination campaign that will run from July 5 to 14 across all 47 counties, targeting millions of children with protection against measles, rubella, and typhoid.
Speaking during the launch, Director General for Health Dr. Patrick Amoth said that the goal is to reach more than 15 million children across the country.
“This campaign is not only about vaccines but also about securing our children’s future and investing in the country’s wellbeing,” he said.
The campaign is part of Kenya’s big plans to reach children who have missed earlier vaccinations.
For children at 9 months the typhoid vaccine will be added to their regular immunization schedule, alongside measles-rubella and yellow fever (in high-risk areas).
For thise children who are between the age of 9 to 59 months will receive the measles-rubella vaccine, while those between 9 months and 14 years will get the typhoid conjugate vaccine.
Their has been alarming measles cases in the country between January 2024 and February 2025, Kenya reported nearly 3,000 cases and 18 deaths. “These are not just numbers they are real children whose lives could have been saved through vaccination,” Dr. Amoth said.
Typhoid remains a major health issue too, with over 100,000 cases reported each year, especially in informal settlements. “The typhoid vaccine is a game changer one dose can protect a child for up to five years,” Dr. Amoth said.
To help fight misinformation and increase public trust, the Ministry is using four tools: a national risk communication strategy (CIRI), communication guidelines (RICCO), a health worker guide, and a community outreach toolkit.
Dr. Amoth thanked global partners including Gavi, WHO, UNICEF, PATH and CHAI, and urged county governments, religious leaders and communities to support the drive.
“Let’s protect our children today, so they can thrive tomorrow,” he said.
