𝐊𝐢𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐮 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞

The City of Kisumu proudly hosted this year’s Global Observance of World Habitat Day, emphasizing the critical role of youth in shaping the future of urban environments. Held at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Complex, the event, under the theme “Engaging Youth to Create a Better Urban Future,” gathered young leaders, urban planners, and key
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Morris Oyola Sees Hope in Free Eye Camp

A 57-year-old resident of Chiga village, Kisumu, Morris Oyola, is among hundreds who have benefited from a free eye camp organized by Kisumu county, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in partnership with Pankaj Social Services. His life was significantly impacted by a recent cataract that developed in his right eye, hindering his ability
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Linet Auma Arigi Regains Sight After Decades of Struggle.

A 51-year-old resident of Seme, Linet Auma Arigi, has experienced a remarkable transformation after undergoing a successful cataract surgery at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH). Ms. Auma’s battle with eyesight began in her childhood when her eyes would itch, water, and blur her vision, particularly in sunlight. This made it difficult for
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THANK YOU JOOTRH.

By Sherine Atieno. Overwhelmed with gratitude, George William Otieno, a 67-year-old retired teacher from Seme, now sees a brighter future after months of struggle with cataract-related vision problems. Mr. Otieno is thrilled after undergoing a successful, swift and painless procedure to remove cataract in his left eye. Thanks to Pankaj Social Services in partnership with
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JOOTRH Takes a Stand for Mental Health Awareness.

By Sherine Atieno In a proactive move towards promoting mental well-being, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has launched a comprehensive initiative to coincide with World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2024. To ensure early detection of mental health issues among its staff and the wider community, JOOTRH will administer a user-friendly
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Kisumu County Pushes for Patient-Centered Care as Refferal Strategy Takes Shape.

By Sherine Atieno. Kisumu County is poised to launch a comprehensive referral strategy aimed at strengthening its healthcare system and improving patient outcomes. The draft strategy, currently in the final stages of validation, was a key focus of a recent meeting held at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH). Prioritizing Patients, Bolstering
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Celebrating 30th Anniversary-KEFEADO

By Matilda Atieno The county government today joined the Kenya Female Advisory Organization (KEFEADO) to mark its 30th year of service to the community in a celebration held at the Kisumu Museum. Staff, residents, and guests commemorated this special occasion offering a chance to look back on three decades of success and forward toward the future.
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Nyalenda Young Turks Forum Seeks to Bridge the Gender Data and Finance Gap in Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno The CEC member for Sports, Culture, Gender and Youth Affairs Hon. Beatrice Odongo, alongside the County Commissioner Mr. Benson Leparmorijo, joined the forum convened by Nyalenda Young Turks to engage on the gender data and financing at a City hotel. The forum seeks to address the gap in gender data and financing
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Over 600 set to benefit at the free eye surgery camp at Jaramogi Oginga Teaching & Referral Hospital (JOOTRH).

By Ongenga Ondari. While launching the camp, Kisumu Deputy Governor Dr Mathew Owili extended his appreciation to the facility’s partnership with Pankaj Foundation and Laxmanbahi Free Eye Hospital for the exercise that will bring a lasting change to residents’ lives. “In addition to the 600 expected number of surgery beneficiaries, the week-long screening process covering
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