Kenya's government and media partners document the impact of their partnership with Journeys By Grace (JBG).
For over a decade, Journey By Grace (JBG) has walked alongside the community in Migori. On August 20, 2025, that walk became a leap forward. Joined by Governor Ochilo Ayacko and Deputy Governor Dr. Joseph Mahiri, we officially broke ground on the region's first specialized Sickle Cell Hospital in Kehancha.
Executive Summary
- Government Endorsement: Deputy Governor Dr. Joseph Mahiri confirms JBG as a key international partner.
- Permanent Solutions: Shifting to a Sh2.5 Billion specialized facility for long-term care.
- Regional Impact: Strategically located in Kehancha to serve South Nyanza and Tanzania.
- Care Focus: Prioritizing newborn screening and specialized mortality reduction.
"Saving even one life justifies this partnership." — Dr. Joseph Mahiri
Project Milestone: KNA Report
- Strategic Alliance: Migori County formally partners with an international missionary group (JBG) to tackle the regional sickle cell crisis.
- Historical Context: This marks the first-ever specialized sickle cell hospital in the region, filling a critical gap in the Kenyan healthcare system.
- Beyond Healthcare: The report highlights the long-standing commitment of the mission in Migori, spanning over a decade of community work.
- Unified Vision: Featuring the collaborative efforts of county leadership and JBG to provide equitable health services to "the least of them."
Official coverage by the Kenya News Agency (KNA).
