- Kenya's blood supply needs 500,000 units annually per WHO guidelines.
- The facility offers training for clinicians, lab technologists, and biomedical engineers.
- Kenya is implementing whole blood automation technology to modernize transfusion services.
- The inauguration included meetings with government leaders and health financing partners.
Facility Inauguration
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies inaugurated its Africa headquarters and regional training center in Nairobi. The facility aims to enhance blood safety and healthcare capacity in Kenya and East Africa.
Addressing Blood Supply Challenges
Kenya's national blood supply falls short of the 500,000 units needed annually, as per WHO guidelines. The new facility will help close this gap by expanding local proficiency in blood processing and apheresis.
Training and Education
The center offers hands-on training for clinicians, laboratory technologists, and biomedical engineers. Participants will gain skills in technology operation, quality management, and maintenance practices.
Technological Advancements
Kenya is implementing Terumo BCT’s whole blood automation technology to modernize national transfusion services. Automation improves processing quality and supports the country's universal health coverage goals.
Collaborative Efforts
The inauguration followed meetings between Terumo BCT’s leadership, government leaders, and health financing partners. Discussions focused on blood safety, sickle cell disease management, and health system strengthening.
