Mama Lucy Hospital Flags Individuals Using Its Name to Solicit Funds

Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital has warned members of the public against individuals and groups allegedly using its name, logo or identity to solicit funds without the hospital's knowledge or authorisation.

In a notice on Sunday, October 13, the hospital clarified that it had not approved the fundraising appeals being made in its name and urged the public to exercise caution before making any financial contributions.

"Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital wishes to notify the public that it has become aware of individuals and groups using the Hospital's name, logo or identity to solicit funds, without the Hospital's knowledge or authorisation," the notice read.

The hospital noter that it would not be held responsible for unauthorised fundraising activities conducted by individuals or organisations claiming to represent the institution.

"The Hospital does not endorse, and accepts no responsibility for, any fundraising appeal made in its name without prior written authorisation from its management," the notice added.

Members of the public were advised to verify the authenticity of fundraising appeals directly with the hospital through its official communication channels before making any contributions.

The hospital also urged Kenyans to refrain from sending money to unverified individuals, groups or accounts and to report any suspicious fundraising requests to the institution through the designated phone number or email address.

The hospital further clarified that anyone seeking to organise a fundraiser in support of the institution must first obtain formal written approval from its management before making a public appeal.

"Any person or organisation wishing to raise funds in support of the Hospital must first obtain formal written approval from the Hospital's management before making any public appeal," the notice further read.

Elsewhere, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has given progress on the ongoing construction of the new Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) Multi-Specialty Hospital in Kiplombe, Uasin Gishu County.

In an update on Monday, October 11, the PS said the facility is aimed at easing congestion at the existing MTRH. 

According to Omollo, the first phase of the project will deliver 2,000 beds, including 60 Intensive Care Unit (ICU) beds and 120 High Dependency Unit (HDU) beds. 

"Under construction on a 200-acre site near Eldoret Airstrip, the facility is designed to ease congestion at the existing MTRH and expand access to advanced treatment. 

"Phase I will deliver 2,000 beds, including 60 Intensive Care Unit (ICU) beds and 120 High Dependency Unit (HDU) beds, within a master plan targeting 4,000 beds. The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is overseeing project implementation," he said. 

Omollo also said the complex will include a student village for medical trainees and researchers, strengthening Kenya's capacity for specialist training, innovation, and research. 

He noted that the hospital will serve millions of Kenyans from Rift Valley and Western Kenya regions once it is operational. 

The medical facility is also expected to serve residents of the wider East African region.  

"Once operational, the facility will serve millions across the Rift Valley, Western Kenya, and the wider East African region, supporting the country's Universal Health Coverage (UHC) goals under the Social Health Authority (SHA)," he stated. 

Further, Omollo said the project is part of the government’s plan to expand access to quality, affordable medical services.