By James Murimi - Reporter
Kenya, July 2, 2026 - The Rural and Urban Private Hospitals Association of Kenya (RUPHA) has announced a major leadership reorganisation, unveiling a new team of office bearers in a move it says is aimed at strengthening governance, ensuring institutional stability and advancing the interests of private healthcare providers.
The changes were approved by the association's Executive Committee during a meeting held on July 1, with Mohamud Amin Ali appointed chairman to lead the lobby that represents private hospitals across the country. Also appointed were Joseph Maina Kariuki as vice chairman, Daisy Achieng Adalla as treasurer and Pacifica Omambia as deputy treasurer.
The association retained Cynthia Mukami Munene as Chief Executive Officer, while Dr Brian Lishenga will continue serving the organisation as an Ex-Officio member in an advisory role.
In a memorandum addressed to members, partners and stakeholders, the Executive Committee said the positions of Secretary General and Deputy Secretary General remain under review and will be filled substantively in due course.
"The positions of Secretary General and Deputy Secretary General remain under review and will be filled substantively in due course," the committee said.
The association described the leadership changes as part of efforts to reinforce continuity at a time when private healthcare providers are playing an increasingly important role in the country's health sector.
"The Executive Committee remains committed to continuity, institutional stability and the advancement of RUPHA's mandate in representing private healthcare providers and strengthening access to quality healthcare across Kenya," the memorandum states.
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The committee also paid tribute to Dr Lishenga for his contribution to the growth of the association and said his experience would continue to benefit the organisation.
"The Association will continue to rely on his wisdom, expertise and guidance in serving the RUPHA membership and advancing healthcare for Kenyans in rural, urban and underserved communities," the statement said.
The Executive Committee appealed to members and stakeholders to rally behind the new office bearers as they assume their responsibilities.
"We request the membership of RUPHA, our partners and all industry stakeholders to accord the new Office Bearers the invaluable support that they have offered the Association over the years," the committee said.
The leadership changes come as private healthcare providers continue to position themselves as key partners in Kenya's healthcare reforms, with RUPHA saying the new team will focus on strengthening the association's mandate of representing the sector while expanding access to quality healthcare for Kenyans.