Venue: Makueni County Referral Hospital, Wote Makueni County
Okoa Malaika Phase 6 was marked on World Prematurity Day 2025. Guided by the day’s theme “Giving Every Baby a Strong Start for a Hopeful Future,” the day’s activities reaffirmed the commitment to ensure that every child, no matter how early they arrive, receives the care essential to survive and thrive. H.E Excellency Madam Tessie Musalia said “There is an urgent need to extend maternity leave for preterm mothers. Many infants spend weeks in Hospitals where survival depends on parental presence. Current 90‑day provisions fall short. Flexible policies will safeguard neonatal wellbeing, empower mothers, and ensure no parent chooses between income and their child’s survival. Every baby deserves life, dignity, and care.”
Launched on World Prematurity Day 2023, Okoa Malaika has strengthened healthcare by donating neonatal equipment to 25 counties. We were glad to leave footprints in Makueni, Kitui and Machakos counties on 17th November 2025.
