1314_Kenya_Fairpicture_0026 by Mutunga Al-Amin

Mrima wa Ndege Dispensary, located in Kilifi County, Kenya, operates in an area without access to electricity. This lack of power significantly hinders the facility’s ability to provide effective care at night, making it challenging to treat patients after dark. Vaccine storage is also compromised, forcing the staff to rely on gas cylinders to run the refrigeration system. Although the dispensary has a solar installation, it is insufficient to meet the facility’s energy needs. As a result, healthcare workers frequently resort to using handheld torches during procedures, including nighttime deliveries, which occur regularly.