AKU
Media Source: Marcopolis
Date: 4 September 2025
Aga Khan University Hospital, Kenya, one of the leading hospitals in East Africa, has been a cornerstone of the Kenyan healthcare system since its establishment in 1958. Originally a primary care facility, the institution evolved into a teaching hospital in Nairobi in 2003, with the mission to serve all people equally and to
Aga Khan University Hospital, Kenya, one of the leading hospitals in East Africa, has been a cornerstone of the Kenyan healthcare system since its establishment in 1958. Originally a primary care facility, the institution evolved into a teaching hospital in Nairobi in 2003, with the mission to serve all people equally and to improve the quality of life across the region. Under the leadership of CEO Rashid Khalani, the hospital continues to play a pivotal role in advancing medical training in Kenya, addressing the challenge of retaining healthcare professionals, and positioning the country as a destination for medical tourism in Kenya. Looking forward, CEO Rashid Khalani envisions the hospital expanding across East Africa, deepening its research initiatives, and bridging the gap between urban and rural healthcare. He highlights the potential of electronic health records in Kenyan hospitals, digital healthcare innovation, machine learning, and digital pathology in Africa healthcare to transform service delivery.