On May 31, 2022, the Kenyan government announced a significant step towards eradicating neglected tropical diseases, setting aside 2.4 billion shillings for the cause.
According to Health Principal Secretary Susan Mochache, statistics show that 25 million Kenyans are at risk of contracting these diseases. To address this issue, the government is committed to exploring innovative ways to accelerate progress towards ending Neglected Tropical Diseases by 2030.
The allocation of 2.4 billion shillings is a crucial move towards achieving this goal, and it is expected to have a significant impact on the lives of millions of Kenyans.
