Murang'a County has officially commissioned a new Mother and Child Unit at Murang'a Level 5 Hospital, boosting the facility's bed capacity from 285 to over 400.

The development marks a significant milestone in the county's ongoing efforts to strengthen its healthcare sector.

The new hospital block, commissioned by Governor Irungu Kang'ata on Sunday, July 13, is expected to reduce congestion and improve inpatient care across the hospital.

Speaking during the launch, Governor Kang'ata said the expansion will significantly cut surgical waiting times, particularly for expectant women and other emergency cases. "This is a historic moment for the county.