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Health CS Aden Duale before the National Assembly's Health committee at Parliament buildings, Nairobi, on May 14, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]
On April 17, 2025, the Ministry of Health suspended all kidney transplant services at Mediheal Group of hospitals, citing serious concerns over ethical breaches and patient safety.
Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Aden Duale said the suspension aimed to restore public trust and dismantle what he termed as “growing cartel-like operations” in the health sector.
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