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35 Community Health Promoters (CHPs) in Baringo County @Baringo_county have received certificates following a capacity-building training aimed at strengthening community-level healthcare delivery and improving maternal and neonatal health outcomes. The training implemented by the NEPAD/APRM Kenya Secretariat @NepadAprmKenya in collaboration with Moi University @MoiUniKenya and the County Government of Baringo @Baringo_county equips frontline health workers with the knowledge and skills needed to drive sustainable, community-centred healthcare interventions. #Afyayetu #Jukumuletu #CommunityHealth #MaternalHealth #NEPADAPRМ

The primary objective of the Community Health Promoters #CHPs training is to equip Community Health Promoters with the knowledge and practical skills required to provide essential maternal and newborn health information and services at the community level. In particular, the programme seeks to strengthen their capacity in the identification of maternal and newborn health risks, follow-up of expectant and new mothers, timely referral of complications, linkage of patients to health facilities and reporting, among other responsibilities.

Delivering remarks on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer of the NEPAD/APRM Kenya Secretariat, @NepadAprmKenya Amb. Dr. Samori Okwiya, @ModestThinkin the Director of NEPAD Programmes, Dr. Rose Kitur, positioned the initiative within the broader framework of the African Union's Agenda 2063, which recognises improved health outcomes, including the reduction of maternal and neonatal mortality, as critical priorities for Africa's sustainable development. Dr. Kitur highlighted the importance of strengthening community health systems as a key pillar in achieving universal health coverage and advancing the continent's development aspirations. She noted that Community Health Promoters play an indispensable role in translating national and continental health priorities into practical interventions at the grassroots level. Additionally, she encouraged the trainees to apply the knowledge and competencies acquired during the workshop to serve as champions of respectful maternity care, safe deliveries, and healthy family practices.

The training was officially opened by the Baringo County @Baringo_county Director of Medical Services, Dr. Joseph Kangor, who noted the role played by CHPs as the first point of contact between households and the formal healthcare system. He noted that strengthening their capacity was essential in addressing barriers to accessing healthcare, particularly among expectant mothers and newborns in remote areas. Dr. Kangor emphasised that equipping CHPs with appropriate knowledge and skills would enhance early identification of maternal and newborn health complications, timely referrals and linkages to health facilities, thereby contributing to improved health outcomes and reduced preventable maternal and neonatal deaths.

The NEPAD/APRM Kenya Secretariat, @NepadAprmKenya in partnership with Moi University @MoiUniKenya and the County Government of Baringo, @Baringo_county has commenced the second phase of the Community Health Promoters (CHPs) Training Programme aimed at strengthening community-level capacity to improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes in Baringo County. The ongoing training brings together 35 CHPs drawn from Central, Baringo North, Mogotio and Eldama Ravine sub-counties, with a focus on equipping them with the knowledge and practical skills to support the delivery of quality maternal and newborn health services at the household and community levels. #collaboration #maternalhealth #Baringo

NEPAD/APRM Kenya Secretariat @NepadAprmKenya CEO, Amb. Dr. Samori Okwiya, @ModestThinkin today appeared before the Parliamentary Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning during the Budget Implementation Monitoring exercise. The engagement brought together the State Department for Economic Planning, @Planning_Ke led by Principal Secretary Boniface Makokha, @BonfaceBMakokha and its Semi-Autonomous Government Agencies (SAGAs) to present their budget implementation status reports for the Financial Year 2025/2026. The exercise provides an important platform for parliamentary oversight, accountability, and assessment of public resource utilisation in advancing Kenya’s development priorities.

Amb. Dr. Samori Okwiya, @ModestThinkin Chief Executive Officer of @NepadAprmKenya Secretariat, emphasised the importance of County Peer Review Mechanism as a structured platform for strengthening accountability, promoting mutual learning and supporting continuous improvement in county governance. He underscored the Secretariat’s role in facilitating credible, evidence-based peer assessments that enable county governments to reflect on their performance, identify institutional gaps and adopt practical measures to improve service delivery. Through the CPRM, the Secretariat continues to support a governance approach that prioritises constructive dialogue, institutional learning and actionable recommendations rather than assessment for its own sake. #CPRMSUMMIT #GoodGovernance

At the 3rd National County Peer Review Mechanism Summit, #3rdCPRMSUMMIT Dr. Abraham Korir Sing’Oei, @SingoeiAKorir Principal Secretary, State Department for Foreign Affairs, @ForeignOfficeKE underscored the importance of public trust, accountable leadership and effective institutions in advancing Kenya’s governance agenda. He called for coordinated national-county collaboration to strengthen transparency, public confidence and sustainable development. #CPRMSummit #GoodGovernance

The @NepadAprmKenya Secretariat has convened the 3rd National County Peer Review Mechanism (CPRM) Summit in Nairobi, bringing together national and county government leaders, governance experts and oversight institutions to strengthen accountability, enhance institutional performance and accelerate citizen-centred service delivery across Kenya’s 47 counties. Held on the margins of the Global Trust Summit, the summit provided a platform for the presentation and discussion of county peer review reports, the assessment of progress in implementing governance reforms and the identification of practical interventions to address challenges affecting service delivery. The Summit underscored the importance of evidence-based decision-making, constructive peer engagement and responsive leadership in building public trust and strengthening devolution. #3rdCPRMSUMMIT #Governance

The Government of Kenya’s commitment to advancing transparent governance and sustainable development was highlighted during the Global Trust Summit: Nairobi Dialogue on Global Trust. Representing @NepadAprmKenya Secretariat, Amb. Dr. Samori Okwiya, @ModestThinkin participated as a panelist in a high-level session on "Institutionalizing Transparency and Accountability for Sustainable Development." Addressing participants, Amb. Dr. Okwiya demonstrated how Kenya continues to embed structured self-assessment and peer review mechanisms into mainstream public administration to drive sustainable development. He further highlighted the pivotal role played by the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) @APRMorg and the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) @NEPAD_Agency in strengthening institutional performance across government sectors. The CEO underscored that public accountability is a core driver of economic progress, serving as an essential engine to attract investment, enhance service delivery, and achieve the strategic goals outlined under Kenya’s national development agenda, Sustainable Development Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions),and the African Union’s Agenda 2063.

A delegation from AUDA-NEPAD, @NEPAD_Agency led by Symerre Grey-Johnson, Director Human Capital and Institutional Development, alongside NEPAD/APRM Kenya Secretariat represented by Dr. Rose Kitur, Director, NEPAD Programmes @NepadAprmKenya and the State Departments for Economic Planning, @Planning_Ke Lands and Physical Planning, @DeptofLands and Foreign Affairs @ForeignOfficeKE visited the Konza Technopolis @TechnopolisKE Authority a proposed site to host the African Union Centre of Excellence for Human Capital, social and Institutional Development. The delegation was received by officials of the Konza Technopolis Authority who confirmed readiness to host the Centre as well as showcasing completed and ongoing infrastructure development, and emerging initiatives that could support the establishment and operationalization of the centre of excellence. Kenya has been designated to host the Centre of excellence through a resolution of the African Union Heads of State and Government. Kenya reaffirmed its commitment to host the Continental Centre of excellence during the AUDA-NEPAD High-Level Roundtable held on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The initiative underscores Kenya’s commitment to advancing Africa’s human capital development and strengthening institutional capacities in support of the AU Agenda 2063 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Targeted Review on Youth Issues in Kenya | National Stakeholder Engagement The NEPAD/APRM Kenya Secretariat, @NepadAprmKenya in collaboration with the APRM Continental Secretariat, today convened the final stakeholder engagement on the Targeted Review on Youth Issues in Kenya at Serena Hotel, Nairobi. The engagement brought together Youth representatives from youth organisations, State Departments, civil society and faith-based organisations to share their perspectives, experiences and recommendations on the challenges and opportunities facing young people in Kenya. The delegation was led by H.E. Dr. Thelma Awori, Member of the APRM Panel of Eminent Persons and Head of Mission, who underscored the importance of listening to young people, amplifying their voices and ensuring that their experiences and aspirations inform responsive policies and programmes. The engagement marked an important milestone in the review process, building on county-level consultations and validation exercises undertaken across the country. The inputs gathered will contribute to the finalisation of Kenya’s Targeted Review Report on Youth Issues, which is expected to be considered at the 2027 APRM Heads of State and Government Summit. The review seeks to strengthen youth-responsive governance, socioeconomic inclusion and sustainable development through evidence-based recommendations and a National Programme of Action.

Murang’a Hosts Final County Engagement in the Targeted Review on Youth Issues The NEPAD/APRM delegation undertaking the Targeted Review on Youth Issues in Kenya paid a courtesy call on H.E. Dr. Irungu Kang'ata, the Governor of Murang’a County, marking the final county-level engagement in the consultation process. Led by Head of Mission H.E. Dr. Thelma Awori, accompanied by Mr. Peter Kimemia, Director of APRM & Governance at the NEPAD/APRM Kenya Secretariat, the delegation engaged county leadership on strengthening youth inclusion, empowerment and participation in governance and development. H.E. Dr. Kang'ata highlighted the critical role of county leadership and multi-stakeholder collaboration in addressing the challenges facing young people, expanding opportunities for their advancement, and ensuring their voices inform policies and programmes that shape their future. The Murang’a engagement brought together young people from Murang’a, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Kiambu and Nairobi, providing an opportunity to capture their experiences, aspirations and priorities. Through this review, the APRM seeks to generate evidence-based recommendations that will inform more responsive youth policies and programmes, while promoting meaningful participation by young people in decisions affecting their lives and the country’s future and Africa in general. As the county consultations conclude, the focus remains on translating youth voices into practical action and sustainable development outcomes.

NEPAD/APRM Delegation Engages Murang’a County Leadership on Youth Issues A delegation from the NEPAD/APRM, @NepadAprmKenya undertaking the Targeted Review on Youth Issues in Kenya, paid a courtesy call on Mr. Hassan Ali Buli, the County Commissioner for Murang’a County @MurangaGovt_021 to strengthen stakeholder engagement on youth issues. The delegation, led by Head of Mission H.E. Dr. Thelma Awori, explored opportunities to enhance collaboration in addressing the challenges facing young people and promoting their inclusion in decision-making and national development processes. She was accompanied by Mr. Peter Kimemia, Director of APRM & Governance at the NEPAD/APRM Kenya Secretariat; as well as consultants and technical officers. In welcoming the delegation, Mr. Buli emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to address the concerns of young people, create opportunities for their advancement and ensure their voices are reflected in policies and decisions that affect their future. The Targeted Review is designed to capture the lived experiences, aspirations and priorities of Kenya’s youth, providing an evidence base for practical recommendations to strengthen youth-responsive policies and programmes. The engagement in Murang’a underscores the importance of grassroots consultations and collaboration with local stakeholders in shaping sustainable solutions that enable young people to contribute meaningfully to the county’s and the country’s development.

The NEPAD/APRM delegation conducting the Targeted Review on Youth Issues in Kenya paid a courtesy call on the County Commissioner for Nakuru County, Dr. Loyford Kibaara, as part of its ongoing consultations with key stakeholders. Led by the Head of Mission, H.E. Dr. Thelma Awori, the delegation engaged in discussions on strengthening collaboration to promote youth empowerment, inclusion and participation in governance and national development. The delegation included Dr. Rachel Mukamunana, Director, Country Reviews at the APRM Continental Secretariat; Mr. Peter Kimemia, Director, APRM & Governance at the NEPAD/APRM Kenya Secretariat; consultants and technical officers. Dr. Kibaara welcomed the delegation and emphasized the need for collective action to address youth challenges, amplify young people's voices and enhance their participation in decision-making. The Targeted Review aims to capture the experiences, aspirations and priorities of young people to inform evidence-based recommendations for more inclusive and youth-responsive policies and programmes.