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Laikipia county launches boda boda ambulances to carry pregnant women to hospital

Laikipia County has launched boda boda ambulances aimed at helping expectant mothers reach hospitals. [James Munyeki, Standard]

The recent unveiling of boda boda ambulances in Laikipia County has elicited public anger characterised by frustration and concern.

These ambulances, introduced on Wednesday by Albert Taiti, the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) responsible for Health at Nanyuki County Referral Hospital, are designed to facilitate the transportation of pregnant women to healthcare facilities, particularly in the more isolated regions of Laikipia North.

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