Nairobi Hospital Quells Collapse Fears, Vows Stronger Governance and Uninterrupted Quality Care

By Bruno Aero

The Nairobi Hospital has today moved to dispel recent public speculation by reaffirming its financial stability, governance reforms, and commitment to delivering world-class healthcare.

Speaking at a joint press conference of the Board of Management and Board of Trustees, the hospital’s leadership outlined ongoing measures to safeguard the institution’s future, while assuring stakeholders of operational continuity without disruption.

The hospital emphasised its strong financial position, noting that the petition filed by a creditor, Opticom Kenya Ltd, is a legal matter being actively contested in court, with constructive engagements ongoing toward resolution. Crucially, the hospital confirmed that all staff salaries, supplier obligations, and investments are being met on time.

“Our continuing modernisation programme has benefitted from KSh 1.5 billion in infrastructure upgrades, funded entirely from internally generated revenues with no loans – clear evidence of prudent financial stewardship,” said CEO Mr. Felix Osano.

Key upgrades include:

Six state-of-the-art labour and delivery suites, designed for privacy, comfort, and optimal maternal and neonatal care.

A 256-slice AI-enabled CT scanner, providing rapid, high-definition imaging with reduced radiation exposure.

A new Cardiac Centre, featuring East and Central Africa’s first biplane catheterisation laboratory in a laminar flow theatre suite.

“These are strategic investments to expand clinical capacity, improve patient outcomes, and reinforce the hospital’s leadership in specialised care,” Mr. Osano added.

On tariffs, the hospital clarified that in July it implemented a marginal 5% average adjustment after a cost-analysis exercise. While some insurance partners temporarily suspended services, the hospital has since rescinded the adjustment to allow for further dialogue, with services now provided at pre-adjustment rates.

“This decision was reached in goodwill and reflects our commitment to patient-first engagement while sustaining quality care,” Mr. Osano explained.

Addressing past governance challenges, Chairman Dr. Barcley Onyambu admitted that certain decisions by previous boards fell short of fiduciary responsibility and exposed the hospital to risks. He assured stakeholders that the current leadership is united in strengthening accountability, enforcing prudent decision-making, and preventing recurrence.

Dr. Onyambu further confirmed that court-imposed restrictions have now been lifted, enabling the hospital to continue its modernisation and reform agenda without hindrance.