The Kenya Medical Association (KMA) has formally entered into a strategic partnership with the Africa Center for Health Systems and Gender Justice (ACHGJ) following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the KMA Boardroom.
The agreement marks a significant step toward strengthening collaboration between the two institutions in expanding access to reproductive healthcare in Kenya, with particular focus on improving access to safe and legal abortion services and advancing sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR).
The MoU was signed by KMA President, Dr. Simon Kigondu, and ACHGJ Executive Director, Dr. Stellah Bosire. The signing ceremony was witnessed by the KMA CEO and attended by members of the KMA National Governing Council.
Advancing Reproductive Health and Rights
Through this partnership, KMA and ACHGJ will collaborate in key areas including:
- Joint advocacy initiatives to advance sexual and reproductive health rights
- Capacity building for healthcare providers
- Policy engagement and technical input on reproductive health matters
- Strengthening access to safe, evidence-based reproductive healthcare services
The collaboration underscores a shared commitment to ensuring that reproductive healthcare services in Kenya are accessible, rights-based, and grounded in medical evidence and ethical practice.
Strengthening Institutional Collaboration
Speaking during the signing, KMA leadership emphasized the Association’s ongoing commitment to safeguarding professional standards while advocating for equitable access to healthcare services. ACHGJ reaffirmed its dedication to promoting health systems strengthening and gender justice through strategic partnerships.
This MoU signals a unified effort to support healthcare providers, influence progressive health policy, and enhance access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare services across Kenya.
The Kenya Medical Association remains committed to partnerships that promote high standards of medical practice, protect patient rights, and advance public health outcomes for all.
