Nyeri Governor Nderitu Gachagua acts to inject life in ailing health sector

Nyeri Governor Nderitu Gachagua (seated left) addresses a press conference when he announced major changes in his administration on December 10, 2015. Three CECs were sent on three-months leave, while an MCA representing people with disabilities is a new entrant in the cabinet. On his right is Deputy Governor Samuel Wamathai and other senior County staff (behind). Photo by JOB WERU/Standard.

Nyeri Governor Nderitu Gachagua has announced a raft of changes in the ailing health sector. On Thursday evening, Mr Gachagua created the office of the County Health Director, who will be deputised by six deputy directors.

The changes also include the position of Hospital Director, who will be in charge of each of the public hospitals in the county reporting to the Chief Officer in charge of Health Services.