KNH says no record of mother allegedly denied care after newborn’s death
KNH Chief Executive Officer Dr Richard Lesiyampe said the available information indicated that the mother did not give birth at the hospital, contrary to the claims circulating online.
Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has refuted claims circulating online that a mother and her newborn were denied care at the hospital, resulting in the infant's death. In a statement, KNH stated that they had reviewed patient and maternity records but found no evidence to support the allegations. The hospital's Chief Executive Officer, Richard Lesiyampe, clarified that the available information shows the mother did not give birth at KNH, contradicting the claims made online.
KNH expressed condolences to the family and emphasized that the circumstances remain unverified. The hospital is currently facing a surge in demand for maternity services due to industrial action in several counties, renovations, and increased patient numbers. KNH is deploying more medical personnel, enhancing triage and referral coordination, and monitoring bed and critical-care capacity to manage the situation.
The hospital invites the family, the person who raised the allegations, or anyone with relevant information to come forward and provide details to establish the facts and review the matter.
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