The Kenya National Health Policy aims to improve the nation’s health status in alignment with the Constitution of Kenya 2010, Vision 2030, and global commitments. It underscores the government’s commitment to achieving high health standards, responsive to population needs. The policy emphasizes human rights, particularly the right to health, and economic development as outlined in Vision 2030. Key principles include.
- equity,
- people-centeredness,
- participation,
- efficiency,
- social accountability, and
- a multisectoral approach to healthcare delivery.
Six objectives and eight orientations are outlined to meet government health goals, delineating responsibilities between the county and national levels. The policy proposes an innovative approach to health service delivery, advocating for stakeholder engagement. Developed through a participatory process involving various stakeholders, it emphasizes subsequent elaboration of strategies and programs in five-year strategic plans.
