Last week, CIPS HPA partnered with Murang’a County to conduct a comprehensive supply chain performance review aimed at improving the availability of essential health products across the region. This initiative combined hands-on supportive supervision visits to key hospitals (Kigumo Hospital, Kirwara Hospital, and Murang’a Teaching & Referral Hospital) with a countywide performance review meeting, bringing together supply chain managers from all nine sub-counties.
During the hospital visits, CIPS HPA representatives Jane Mwangi and Daniel Menge worked closely with facility teams to assess critical aspects of the supply chain. These included inventory management practices, procurement processes, stock availability, and the adequacy of current funding mechanisms—particularly for essential maternal and newborn health commodities. The visits provided valuable, on-the-ground insights into both strengths and gaps within the system.
The findings from these assessments were not only documented but also shared during a collaborative review meeting with supply chain managers from across the county. This forum created an opportunity for peer learning, cross-county reflection, and alignment. Drawing on the evidence gathered, participants jointly developed targeted action plans to address identified challenges and improve system performance.
This collaboration underscores CIPS HPA’s commitment to strengthening health systems through practical, data-driven approaches. By supporting Murang’a County to harmonize procurement priorities, leverage existing financing opportunities, and enhance coordination across facilities, the partnership is helping ensure that essential Maternal, Child, and Newborn Health (MCNH) products are consistently available where they are most needed.
Ultimately, these efforts contribute to a more resilient and responsive health supply chain—one that ensures better outcomes for mothers, newborns, and communities across the county.