Kilifi County Referral Hospital delivers first-ever conjoined twins surgery successfully
Kilifi County Referral Hospital has successfully delivered its first-ever set of conjoined twins, marking a significant milestone in the county’s healthcare history.
In a statement on Monday, November 3, 2025, Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro revealed that the twins, who were joined at the abdominal level, were safely delivered following a complex and carefully coordinated medical procedure.
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The delicate operation was performed by a multidisciplinary team of specialists led by Dr Sumaiya (gynaecologist), Dr Kadivani (paediatric surgeon), and Dr Kalama (paediatrician), with the invaluable support of skilled maternity and High Dependency Unit (HDU) nurses.
Further, he revealed that the hospital officials confirmed that both the mother and the babies are stable and will be transferred to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) for further specialised care and observation.
Mung’aro praised the medical team for their professionalism, dedication, and exceptional teamwork in handling such a rare and high-risk case.
“I commend the entire medical team for their exceptional skill, teamwork, and dedication. This milestone demonstrates our hospital’s growing ability to manage complex medical cases and reinforces our commitment to quality maternal and child healthcare.”
He added that the success of the operation showcases the growing capacity and confidence of local health facilities to handle complicated medical procedures that were previously referred outside the county.
“As the County Government of Kilifi, we remain steadfast in ensuring that every resident has access to quality, affordable, and advanced healthcare services, while continuously investing in our medical facilities and professionals.”
On the other hand, the Ministry of Health (MOH) lauded the team of doctors who conducted the successful surgery, describing it as a milestone for the devolved unit.
“An outstanding milestone for Kilifi County and Kenya’s health sector! We celebrate the dedicated team of doctors and nurses whose expertise and compassion made this possible. Together, we continue building stronger, more resilient health systems.”
