Death of mother, unborn twins sparks calls to shut down Kisii dispensary

Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWPOA) Members led by Kisii County MP Donya Dorice at Magena Dispensary in Kisii County. They toured the facility following the recent death of a woman and her unborn twins when she was giving birth. (Sammy Omingo, Standard)

Eight women MPs recommended the closure of Magena Dispensary, where a mother and her unborn twin babies died three weeks ago following alleged negligence.

The MPs affiliated with the Kenya Parliamentary Women Association (Kewopa) said the facility in Kisii County does not meet hygiene and basic requirements.