The future of a nation lies in the hands of its children—and the quality of care they receive from their very first breath.” — Nelson Mandela EPN has achieved a major milestone in our commitment to improving maternal and newborn health: the successful completion of the Comprehensive Neonatal Care Course training in both Kenya and […]
This week, on 28-29, we joined faith leaders & communities in Nairobi for a high-level World Council of Churches (WCC) think-tank on sustainable responses to HIV, TB & Malaria. The meeting brings together religious leaders and community representatives from across Africa, Latin America, and Europe. This event focuses on strengthening faith-led advocacy and sustainable health […]
EPN, in partnership with Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK) , is proud to lead comprehensive Neonatal Care training for frontline healthcare workers serving in faith-based health facilities across Kenya. This initiative, part of the Gates Foundation-funded MNCH project, focuses on building lifesaving skills for healthcare providers working in newborn and neonatal units. Using a hands-on, […]
Our Belief Well-functioning and resilient supply chains are essential to ensuring the timely availability of, and access to, vital medicines and medical products. They serve as the foundation of efficient healthcare systems and are a driving force in advancing equity, quality, and access to essential health services. The Challenge As part of its 2021–2025 strategic […]
EPN and the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB), Kenya, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen efforts aimed at improving maternal and neonatal health outcomes in the country. Both organizations acknowledge the urgent need to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality in Kenya. This partnership focuses on ensuring the availability of high-quality Maternal, Newborn, […]
The EPN Technical Working Goups (TWGs) were established to facilitate the implementation of our programs through reviewing and updating guidelines and materials, developing training methods, and assessing members’ capabilities. There are three Technical Working Groups (TWGs) and they constitute EPN selected EPN members; Capacity Building, Pharmaceutical System Strengthening (PSS), and Supply Chain and Quality Assurance. […]
Access to qualified pharmaceutical personnel remains a major challenge across many African countries, directly impacting the quality of healthcare delivery. The Ecumenical Scholarship Project (ESP) seeks to address this gap by strengthening local health systems through education, capacity building, and strategic deployment of trained pharmaceutical professionals. This aligns with EPN’s effort to strengthen the capacity […]
As we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ this Easter season, the EPN Secretariat warmly invites you to join us in reflecting on the profound gift of His sacrifice. Our shared commitment to serving the Church and strengthening church health systems is more than just work, it is a calling. In this sacred season, may […]
It is estimated that the number of women dying of pregnancy-related causes in Kenya, stands at 355 deaths per 100,000 live births with most of these deaths from preventable causes like excessive bleeding, high blood pressure and infections continue to claim lives. The time for change is now! On 27 March 2025, EPN had the […]
We believe that every newborn deserves a fighting chance. We are excited to announce a major milestone in neonatal care. EPN and Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK), in collaboration with HATCH Technologies, have successfully deployed 40 Vayu CPAP devices to newborn care facilities within CHAK health facilities across Kenya. This groundbreaking initiative is transforming […]
