Smart Applications International and the Kenya Healthcare Federation collaborate to dissect the repercussions of political protests on the healthcare sector saying essential services were hugely affected during the Azimio anti government protest the two organizations used data-driven insights to address the escalating healthcare costs resulting from civic unrest in Kenya.
With bipartisan talks underway, the collaboration between Smart Applications International and the Kenya Healthcare Federation seeks to foster economic revival and tangible benefits for Kenyan citizens which aims to provide comprehensive insights into the dynamics of healthcare service costs across major cities and towns during periods of unrest.
According to Dr. Kanyenje Gakombe, Chairman of the Kenya Healthcare Federation the insights gleaned from this endeavour guide political leaders and healthcare stakeholders toward a deeper understanding of industry dynamics, fostering well-informed decisions. This data-driven insight equips stakeholders to coexist harmoniously, driving economic growth and ensuring widespread access to superior healthcare.
Saba Saba demonstrations triggered fluctuations in healthcare service expenses across Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu. Consumables, consultations, procedures, medications, radiology, and laboratory tests all experienced cost surges during these periods with data sheding light on factors influencing these cost dynamics. Supply chain disruptions, increased demand due to unrest, operational challenges, safety measures, and limited facility access during demonstrations all play a role in driving up healthcare costs.
These findings calls for the need for hospitals to prepare for disruptions in patient flow during periods of unrest, and patients to anticipate elevated costs for healthcare services.
Harrison Muiru, Group Managing Director at Smart Applications International, emphasizes the importance of understanding these dynamics. “Recognizing these trends enables effective cost-management strategies and ensures quality healthcare delivery even during challenging circumstances.”
