GARISSA – The Chief Executive Officer of Garissa County Teaching and Referral Hospital (GCTRH) has praised the hospital’s workforce for their tireless dedication and service to the community, as Kenyans across the country marked Labour Day.
The CEO acknowledged the crucial role health workers play in sustaining the wellbeing of the county’s population, despite in challenges.
“This is a day to celebrate the unsung heroes—our doctors, nurses, lab technicians, support staff, and administrators—whose daily sacrifices make a difference in the lives of countless patients,” said the Mahat.
“Your resilience, professionalism, and selflessness continue to inspire confidence and hope,” he added.
Mr. Mahat Salah noted that despite facing limited resources and high patient loads, the staff had demonstrated an unwavering commitment to duty, especially over the past year.
The CEO assured staff of the hospital’s commitment to improving working conditions, investing in professional development, and advocating for improved welfare.
He emphasized that ongoing collaboration with the Health Department of the County Government and development partners would be key to enhancing service delivery and supporting healthcare personnel.
“Together, we will continue to build a stronger, more responsive health system for Garissa County and beyond,” he said.
Labour Day, marked every May 1st, is a national holiday in Kenya dedicated to recognizing the contributions of workers in all sectors of the economy.
The hospital, which serves as a key health institution in Northern Kenya, continues to play a vital role in emergency response, specialized treatment, and health training for the region.
The hospital’s services extend beyond Garissa County, reaching communities in Kitui, Tana River, Isiolo, Wajir, and Mandera.
The hospital is one of the eight former provincial general hospitals that was owned by the Ministry of Medical Services before devolution and serves a large and diverse population in the North Eastern region of the country.
It plays various roles in the region by providing a wide range of services at the hospital and through partnerships with the greater community and other institutions.
It aims to build progressive, responsive and sustainable technologically-driven, evidence-based and client-centered health systems that provide promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative health care services to all Kenyans.
