Today marks a truly significant step in our enduring relationship with Kenya and a shared vision for a healthier future. Our collaboration with the Ministry of Health, particularly in health workforce development, will empower Kenyan professionals with structured training pathways, enhancing their capacity to serve their nation and contribute globally. We are committed to fostering research and innovation that directly addresses real-world health challenges, and this alliance is a testament to the power of international cooperation in achieving those goals.
Professor Shitij Kapur, Vice-Chancellor & President of King's College London
03 July 2025
Kenya and UK forge groundbreaking health alliance at King's College London
Yesterday at King’s (2 July), the Kenya-UK Strategic Health Alliance solidified its commitment through the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs).
The event brought together high-level delegations from the Kenyan Ministry of Health led by His Excellency the President of the Republic of Kenya and key UK institutions, with a commitment to revolutionise Kenya's health system.
The agreements, signed with King's College London and the University of Nottingham, aim to bolster Kenya's health workforce, establish local biologics manufacturing capabilities, and advance diagnostic technology, including crucial advancements in cancer care.
The initiatives outlined in the MoUs aim to have far-reaching impact. The partnership with King's focuses on developing structured training pathways to increase the number of skilled Kenyan health professionals. This builds on King's long-standing commitment to working with African partners, exemplified by the impactful work of the African Leadership Centre in nurturing the next generation of leaders across the continent. The University of Nottingham's collaboration will drive research and innovation in cancer care, pharmaceutical production, and diagnostic technology, including the vital rollout of MRI capabilities.
This alliance exemplifies the profound impact that international partnerships can have on global health. By combining our expertise and resources, we are not only strengthening Kenya's healthcare infrastructure but also building a sustainable model for health education and innovation that will benefit generations to come.
Professor Graham Lord, Senior Vice-President (Health & Life Sciences) at King's College London
These strategic projects align with Kenya's ambitious Universal Health Coverage plan and the development of specialised centres of excellence for health education and training, and specifically targeting respiratory diseases, sickle cell, malaria, HIV, mental health, and cancer.
The signing ceremony, a key part of the state visit, reinforces Kenya’s strategic focus on health research and innovation, pharmaceutical industrial development, and advancing skills through international exchange and collaboration.
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Vice-Chancellor & President of King's College London
Senior Vice-President (Health & Life Sciences)