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Stakeholders Meet to Discuss Transition of USAID-Funded Imarisha Jamii Program

As the USAID-funded Imarisha Jamii Program approaches its conclusion in 2026, the Department of Health and Sanitation in collaboration with Amref Health Africa in Kenya convened a crucial meeting to deliberate on the sustainability and transition of program activities.
The meeting brought together key stakeholders from the County Government, implementing partners, and technical advisors with the shared goal of ensuring that the gains made under the Imarisha Jamii Program are preserved and integrated into existing county health systems.

The Imarisha Jamii Program, which has been instrumental in improving health outcomes across Turkana County, particularly in maternal and child health, HIV/AIDS care, and community health systems strengthening, is in its final implementation phase. As such, transition planning has become a top priority.
During the discussions, stakeholders reviewed the program's impact to date and identified critical activities that require continued support post-2026. These include community health services, HIV care and treatment, capacity building for health workers, and data management systems that have enhanced service delivery across the county.

“We are keen on sustaining what Imarisha Jamii has helped us build. This transition phase is not just an exit strategy but a collaborative effort to institutionalize these successes within our county systems,” said a representative from the Department of Health and Sanitation.

Amref Health Africa emphasized the importance of capacity strengthening, resource mobilization, and policy integration to ensure a smooth handover and long-term sustainability. Discussions also focused on the need for continued community engagement, strengthening public-private partnerships, and aligning transition plans with the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP).

As the program prepares to wind down, the partnership between the County Government and Amref Health Africa signals a shared commitment to improving health and well-being in Turkana beyond donor-funded timelines.

This meeting marks the beginning of a series of stakeholder engagements designed to create a robust transition roadmap and ensure that the people of Turkana continue to benefit from quality health services even after the program ends.


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