Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has urged Kenyans to collaborate closely with Community Health Promoters (CHPs) to prevent the spread of waterborne diseases during the ongoing heavy rains.
Speaking at St Martin Kiambuu Catholic Church in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County, Muthoni emphasized that personal hygiene remains the first line of defense against diseases like cholera, typhoid, and diarrhea. She directed CHPs to intensify door-to-door campaigns, ensuring every household has a clean toilet, safe drinking water, and access to purification tablets.
“Let’s work hand in hand with CHPs to keep our communities safe and free from preventable illnesses,” she said.
Kirinyaga County has experienced heavy downpours, raising the risk of contaminated water sources and disease outbreaks. The county government has also moved to clear illegal drainage structures to ease flooding.
Meanwhile, the PS raised concern over rising coffee thefts in the county, urging residents to report suspects to local administrators. She noted that while previous theft cases targeted church equipment, criminals have now shifted focus to farms, causing losses for coffee farmers.
Njukiine Assistant County Commissioner Rose Mukami also urged parents to watch over their children during the school holiday to ensure full transition when schools reopen next year.
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