This archive report was first published on 4 November 2021.
On November 4, 2021, Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA) announced a shift to remote work for its non-core employees, citing the need for reforms following alleged graft issues.
The move comes after the agency sacked all employees, with Mary Chao Mwadime, the chairperson of KEMSA, stating that the decision was aimed at strengthening universal health coverage delivery.
According to Mwadime, all non-core staff members have been released to work from home for the next 30 days, allowing the agency to review its organizational structure and ensure that the staff complement is fit for purpose.
As part of the reforms, the agency has engaged the National Youth Service (NYS) and other government employees to ensure a smooth supply of medical supplies across the country.
"As per the General Notice Letters issued, all non-core staff members have been released to work from home as the necessary consultations progress," Mwadime stated.
She added that the core Operating teams have been notified, appointed, and mobilized to ensure a smooth run, and that all staff will be engaged and appraised through the notice period.
The agency has maintained that the action is towards strengthening the universal Health Coverage delivery and has engaged in necessary interventions to avoid undue disruptions to service delivery and day-to-day operations.
