• This timely delivery not only addresses immediate needs but also reinforces the commitment to vaccine security and equitable access throughout all regions of Kenya.

The Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale says that families can now visit their nearest health facilities for catch up of any missed or upcoming vaccinations.

Duale was speaking during the flagging off of 6.2 million vaccine doses from Afya House on June 12, 2025.

This announcement comes after the country received a vital shipment of  3 million doses of BCG vaccines that help  tuberculosis (TB) and 3.2 million doses of Polio Vaccine.

The vaccines are aimed at enhancing tuberculosis (TB) protection for newborns.

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“This is a major boost to our National Immunization efforts. This consignment has been made possible through the swift and commendable action of the National Treasury and we are very grateful for their allocation of resources,” he said.

The Health CS calls upon all County Governments, through the Council of Governors (CoG) and their County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) for Health, to prioritise the collection of these vaccines from regional depots and ensure timely distribution to health facilities—especially those in remote and underserved areas.

According to the Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr Ouma Oluga, this significant arrival is set to bolster routine immunization efforts across the nation.

“The vaccines, delivered with the support of UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO), come at a critical time to replenish national stocks and sustain Kenya’s routine immunization programme,” stated the Ministry of Health.

This timely delivery not only addresses immediate needs but also reinforces the commitment to vaccine security and equitable access throughout all regions of Kenya.

PS Ouma has confirmed that distribution to counties will commence immediately. This swift action is crucial in ensuring that newborns and young children receive uninterrupted protection against TB, a disease that poses a significant threat to their health.

In Kenya, tuberculosis remains a pressing public health challenge, particularly affecting infants and young children, who are especially susceptible to its severe forms. The country faces a high incidence of TB, with children representing a considerable portion of reported cases.