Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) in partnership with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) today marked a significant milestone with the official launch of Tumaini Clinic, a Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) Clinic dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support to survivors.
Community Walk to Mark the Launch
The event began with a symbolic community awareness walk from the hospital to Kahawa West Roundabout, bringing together hospital staff, partners, and community members.
The walk aimed to raise awareness about the newly established clinic and emphasize the collective responsibility of supporting survivors of SGBV.
The initiative set the tone for a day centered on hope, dignity, and community solidarity in addressing gender-based violence.
Commitment to Survivor-Centered Care
In remarks delivered by Dr. Caroline Ngugi, Director of Training & Research, on behalf of the KUTRRH CEO Dr. Zeinab Gura, the hospital reaffirmed its commitment to providing dignified, confidential, and survivor-centered care.
Dr. Gura noted that Tumaini Clinic represents a refuge of hope, renewed strength, and privacy for survivors seeking help and healing.
Timely Launch Ahead of International Women’s Day
The launch comes at a significant time as the world prepares to celebrate International Women’s Day on 8th March 2026, highlighting the hospital’s ongoing dedication to advancing women’s safety, wellbeing, and empowerment.
Strengthening Multidisciplinary Support for Survivors
Speaking on behalf of the Director of Clinical Services, Dr. Janet Muia emphasized the importance of the clinic in strengthening coordinated multidisciplinary care for survivors.
She highlighted that the clinic will provide:
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Timely medical care
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Psychosocial support
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Legal guidance
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Holistic case management
Nurse-Led Compassionate Care
Representing the Director of Nursing Services, Ms. Purity Kibathi described Tumaini Clinic as a beacon of hope for the community.
She noted that the clinic is nurse-led and built on principles of confidentiality, attentive listening, and compassionate care, ensuring survivors receive support in a safe and respectful environment.
Partnership with MSF
Speaking on behalf of MSF Kenya, Ms. Rebecca Ndung’u commended the dedication of KUTRRH leadership and staff in establishing the clinic.
She reaffirmed MSF’s continued commitment to supporting the initiative and strengthening the partnership to ensure survivors receive the assistance they need.
From Vision to Reality
The SGBV Clinic Coordinator Dr. Irene Mutua reflected on the collaborative journey that led to the establishment of the clinic.
She acknowledged the dedication and resilience of all partners who contributed to transforming the initial concept into a fully operational facility that officially began serving survivors on 2nd March 2026.
Community and Law Enforcement Support
Inspector Yusuf Yahya, Officer in Charge of SGBV at Kahawa West Police Station, urged the public to:
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Report all SGBV cases
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Support survivors without judgment
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Avoid siding with perpetrators
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Refrain from re-victimizing survivors
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Strengthen collaboration between the community and law enforcement
Collaboration with Mental Health Experts
From the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) Mental Health Team, Ms. Salome Ndolo, speaking on behalf of Dr. Ian Kanyanya, Head of Mental Health at KNH, highlighted the strong multidisciplinary collaboration over the past year that helped bring the clinic to fruition.
Community Leadership Support
Area Chief Mr. John Karanja of Kahawa West expressed the community’s appreciation for the establishment of the clinic.
He emphasized that having SGBV services closer to the community will significantly improve access to justice, care, and healing for survivors, and pledged continued collaboration to ensure the community benefits fully from the initiative.