B. Braun Group, German Government and the County Governments of Elgeyo Marakwet and Kericho has launched a public-private partnership that aims to reduce maternal and newborn deaths in the respective counties. The initiative named develoPPP program aims to address critical gaps in maternal and newborn healthcare delivery in Kenya, where thousands of women and infants still lose their lives each year due to preventable complications during childbirth.
The collaboration will strengthen health systems in 31 health facilities in the two counties by
- Enhanced quality of maternal and newborn services
- Increased access and utilization of MNH services
- Strengthen the county referral system
- Reduce preventable maternal and newborn deaths
With an impact reaching nearly 100,000 pregnant women and newborns, this collaboration is a bold move to ensure that no mother dies while giving life, and no baby should be lost to preventable causes.
During the successful launch Kerstin Heimel-Ventura, Director International Development Cooperation at B. Braun, emphasized the company’s commitment to sustainable healthcare solutions, noting, “Data shows that investments in stronger health systems and quality of care can reduce maternal and newborn deaths and still births by half,” she said. Adding “As a company, we are proud to contribute to improving the health of women and babies in Elgeyo Marakwet and Kericho counties, supporting an effort that directly aligns with SDG 3”
Alena Kern, the Deputy Head of Development Cooperation at the German Embassy, praised the initiative. “With a total investment of €1.26 million, co-financed by B. Braun and the German Government through the develoPPP program, this project is more than just a development initiative - it is a promise,” Kern said.
