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State seeks Sh47b to sustain health programmes amid US funding cuts

National Assembly Health Committee chaired by James Nyikal, has recommended allocating Sh4.27 billion to HIV, family planning and vaccines commodities. [File, Standard]

An estimated Sh47 billion in additional funding is needed to support major health projects under the Department of Medical Services, following a sharp decline in donor aid.

The funds will cover critical areas including HIV, family planning, vaccine supplies, Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers, Tuberculosis and health workforce needs.

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