Disaster Response Kenya Project #62068

Save lives in Kenya with stronger trauma care

by Brighter Communities Worldwide

Project Report | Jul 22, 2026
From Vision to Reality - fully operational

By Carolyne Chepngetich | Health Programme co-ordinator

Basic Life & Advanced Cardiac Lifesupport training

Thank you so much for your support of this project. We are excited to bring you this reprort from our Health programme co-ordinator, Carolyne Chepngetich.

The completion and formal handover of the Living Hope Emergency and Trauma Centre marked a vital milestone in improving emergency health care services in LSCH and the entire region. This also ensures sustainable health service delivery for the local population. This report highlights the progress made at the Trauma Centre since the handover focusing on patient care and staff capacity development undertaken.

Between February to June, 424 patients have been attended to at the Trauma Centre presenting with a variety of traumatic injuries and medical emergencies. Common trauma and emergency cases managed at the Trauma Centre include;

Road Traffic Injuries (RTAs)
Convulsive Disorders
Diabetes Mellitus
Gastroenteritis/ dehydration
Organophosphate Poisoning
Hypertension
Burns
Acute Abdomen among others

Significant efforts have been made to strengthen the capacity of healthcare workers through training and Continuous Medical Education (CME). This enables them to provide quality emergency and trauma care.There are currently five Trauma Centre staff four nurses and one clinician.

In May, eleven members of staff from Londiani Sub County Hospital (LSCH) completed a three-day combined Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training held at Ukarimu Centre. The training was certified by American Heart Association (AHA), equipping participants with internationally recognised knowledge and practical skills in emergency resuscitation and the management of critically ill patients.

The training was delivered through lecture sessions and drills.

Basic Life Support course Content:

High- quality Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Chain of Survival
Delivering effective breaths or ventilation
Importance of early use of and how to use Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Performance as an effective team member during multi rescuer
Relief of foreign body airway obstruction (chocking) for adults children, and infants

Advanced Cardiac Life Support course content:

Systematic Approach (Assessment)
High quality BLS
Airway management
Rhythm recognition
Defibrillation
Medication and administration
Transcutaneous pacing
High- Performance team

A series of CME sessions were conducted for 253 healthcare providers to strengthen clinical knowledge and improve emergency response. Topics covered include; BLS, Basic electrocardiography and Electrocardiograph (ECG) reading, Recognition and Management of Organophosphate Poisoning, Initial Response to Trauma Patients, Patient Safety, Safe Oxygen Administration, Spinal Precautions in Trauma Management , and Transfer of Patients using Sliding Sheets.

The Trauma Centre has continued to strengthen emergency and trauma care services through ongoing staff training and continuous professional development. The successful completion of BLS and ACLS training, together with regular CME sessions, has improved the preparedness and confidence of healthcare providers in responding to emergencies. These initiatives contribute to better patient outcomes, improved emergency response.

Next Steps

Ongoing First Response Emergency Care (FREC), Trauma Management, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training for the healthcare providers. Your continued support can help ensure that trauma care reaches everyone who needs it — from rescue to recovery.

Basic Life & Advanced Cardiac Lifesupport training

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Mar 23, 2026
A New Era in Emergency Care

By Caroline Chepngetich | Health Programme co-ordinator

We are excited to bring you this update from Carolyne Chepngetich, Health Programme Co-ordinator with Brighter Communities Worldwide.

Following the successful completion, equipping, and official opening of the Living Hope Emergency and Trauma Centre, Brighter Communities Worldwide is pleased to share a report on another life-changing milestone: the official handover of The Living Hope Emergency and Trauma Centre to Londiani Sub County Hospital, and Department of Health Services, County Government of Kericho, on 12^th February 2026.

The event brought together representatives from Brighter Communities Worldwide, Londiani Sub County Hospital, members of the Londiani Sub County Hospital board and the officials from the Department of Health Services, Kericho County.

During the handover process, a joint inspection of the Trauma Centre was carried out to assess the status and readiness of the facility before the handover. The exercise intended to verify that the facility, equipment, and infrastructure met the agreed standards before transferring the ownership and operational responsibility to the receiving parties.

Maria Kidney, Director, on behalf of Brighter Communities Worldwide, stated that the County Government through Londiani Sub County Hospital now assumes full ownership and responsibility for the facility. This includes operational management, staffing, routine maintenance of infrastructure, equipment, and resources for effective functioning of the centre. The County Government /Londiani Sub County Hospital will also ensure full integration of the Centre into the County health system and operates in line with the county health policies, standards, and service delivery frameworks to guarantee continuity and sustainability of services to the community.

Dr. Betty Langat, the County Director for Health officially received the project on behalf of Londiani Sub County Hospital and the County Government, noting that it will not only serve Londiani but also the entire region and travellers passing through the area and across the county. Londiani Sub County Hospital would incorporate the Trauma Centre into its work plan, with the County Department of Health Services and Londiani Sub County Hospital committing to allocate resources to support its operationalization.

The handover ceremony culminated in the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding and the official handover of the Trauma Centre keys by Brighter Communities Worldwide to Londiani Sub County Hospital. Since the handover, a total of 28 cases have been managed at the facility, including several Road Traffic Accidents.

The completion and formal handover of the Living Hope Emergency and Trauma Centre marks a significant milestone in improving emergency health care services in Londiani Sub County Hospital and the entire region. This also ensures sustainable health service delivery for the local population.

Next Steps

Ongoing equipment training for the health care workers
Basic Trauma Life Support and Advanced Trauma Life Support training for the health care workers
Joint monitoring of the project by all partners involved to ensure that the project meets the goal

Your continued support can help ensure that trauma care reaches everyone who needs it — from rescue to recovery.

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Nov 21, 2025
A Centre Built from Tragedy - and from Hope

By Rose Hennessy | Operations Manager

Official ribbon cutting opening Trauma Centre

November 6th 2025 marked an extraordinary milestone at Londiani Sub-County Hospital in Kenya — the official opening of the Living Hope Emergency and Trauma Centre, a moment that will transform emergency care for generations.

Thank you so much for your part in making this happen - a Centre Built from Tragedy — and from Hope

The centre was officially opened by Irish Ambassador to Kenya, Caroline Ingoldsby. She was joined by Evelyn Maris (Deputy Irish Ambassador to Kenya), H.E. Dr. Erick Mutai (Governor Kericho County), Hon. Richard Langat (MCA Kedowa Kimugul), Dr. Betty Langat (County Director for Health), Dr. Collins Kipkoech (Medical Superintendent, Londiani Sub-County Hospital), families affected by the accident with representative Rosemary Chepkemoi and Martin Ballantyne (CEO), Maria Kidney (Director), staff, volunteers and board members of Brighter Communities Worldwide.

Two years ago, one of Kenya’s worst road traffic accidents occurred at Londiani Junction. Fifty-two lives were lost. Dozens were severely injured. Families and entire communities were changed forever.

The Living Hope Emergency and Trauma Centre stands today as a direct response to that heartbreaking day — a place built from grief, solidarity, and determination that such devastation should never be faced again without the right care close by.

Until now, the nearest trauma facility was 50km away. In moments where every second counts, that distance can mean the difference between life and death.

This Centre changes that reality.

A Purpose-Built, Sustainable Facility

Designed specifically for trauma care, the Centre includes:

• 10 emergency beds

• A minor theatre for rapid stabilisation

• Medical and nursing station

• Ambulance bay

• Dedicated storage areas

• Handwashing stations and bathrooms

• Solar power system

• Rainwater harvesting system

Its open-plan, modern design ensures efficiency, safety, and fast response — especially during mass-casualty events.

Dedicated to the 52 Lives Lost - the Living Hope Centre is named not only for healing, but in honour of the 52 people who lost their lives on that tragic day. It also honours those who survived — many with life-altering injuries — and the families who continue to rebuild.

This Centre is their legacy - It is a place where remembrance becomes action, and where solidarity becomes life-saving care.

This achievement belongs to a community of supporters whose belief, generosity, and partnership helped turn hope into reality. Our heartfelt thanks to you for your response and your part in making this day a reality.

You have helped create a lasting legacy of hope and healing for the people of Kericho County and beyond Photo Highlights

Already Saving Lives Through Training - Just one day after the opening, the Centre was in full use — hosting training sessions for hospital staff and volunteers from Ireland. Together they practised trauma procedures, shared skills, and ran emergency response scenarios.

This marks the beginning of a wider plan to strengthen trauma and first-response capacity across the region.

Coming next:

• Advanced trauma care training for Londiani Hospital staff

• Remote Emergency Care training for:

• Community Health Promoters

• Boda Boda (motorbike taxi) drivers

• Police officers

These are the first responders who bridge the gap between accident scenes and hospital care — and their training will save countless lives.

Your continued support can help ensure that trauma care reaches everyone who needs it — from rescue to recovery.

Tuesday, December 2nd is Giving Tuesday when all donations will receive match funding through GlobalGiving.

Links:

Kenyan TV coverage of Trauma Centre opening

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