The County Department of Health successfully conducted a quantification data validation workshop as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen planning, forecasting, and availability of essential health products and technologies. The workshop was held as a follow-up to the quantification planning meeting conducted from 11th to 13th November 2025.

Supported by Village Reach concluded a follow – up workshop to validate health commodity data from 52 sampled health facilities,a key step in planning for essential medicines , laboratory supplies, and strategic program commodities.

Speaking during the workshop, the Deputy Director of Health products  and technologies,Paul Kare emphasized the importance of accurate data in strengthening the health system.

“Reliable and validated data is the foundation of effective planning and service delivery. This exercise will enable the county to make informed decisions, minimize stock-outs, and ensure that essential health commodities are available where and when they are needed,” he said

“By bringing together stakeholders from health facilities and the community, we are able to ensure that our data reflects the true needs on the ground. This is critical for improving access to essential health commodities.”Dr Brian Muyokani Said

George Nzioka ,Village Reach Senior manager Supply Chain highlighted the collaborative nature of the workshop.

“This exercise demonstrates our commitment to strengthening the health system through data -driven planning,we are ensuring every  facility from hospital to community health units has what it’s need to serve the people “,he said

Participants were County and Sub-County health management team,teams among other and Village reach representatives.