This archive report was first published on 23 April 2020.
On April 23, 2020, Mombasa Governor Hassan Joho marked a significant milestone in the fight against COVID-19 by opening a second coronavirus hospital in Coast General, Mombasa.
The fully operational hospital underscores the need for expansion in disaster preparedness and mitigation measures, particularly in the epicenter of the pandemic in Nairobi and Mombasa.
As the number of coronavirus cases continues to surge, the hospital's expansion is a crucial step in ensuring that residents receive timely medical attention.
