The Kenya Hospital Association (KHA), the entity overseeing The Nairobi Hospital, has secured a legal victory after the High Court in Nairobi upheld the legitimacy of its board elections.
The ruling dismisses a challenge against the polls conducted on December 4, 2024, and allows the board to resume full operations, bringing an end to a leadership dispute that had stalled critical hospital projects.
In a judgement delivered by Justice Peter Mulwa, the court ruled that the election process met governance standards, rejecting an attempt to overturn the results.
With this decision, KHA regained full control over its financial and strategic planning, which had been hindered by legal battles.
Following the ruling, KHA Board Chairman Barclay Onyambu welcomed the outcome, emphasising its significance in ensuring operational stability.
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“This ruling ensures the continuity of essential healthcare services, supports long-term infrastructure projects, and secures the financial stability necessary to maintain quality medical care,” Onyambu remarked.
A major consequence of the court’s decision is the lifting of restrictions that had prevented KHA from securing funding for development projects.
A previous court order issued on February 28, 2025, had blocked borrowing for capital expenditure, delaying the acquisition of medical equipment, facility upgrades, and broader financial planning efforts.
The case had been filed by Dr. Samuel Mithamo Muchiri, a KHA member who questioned the credibility of the elections and raised concerns over governance practices.
However, the court found no substantial grounds to support his claims, effectively shutting down the challenge.
Justice Mulwa further ruled that both parties would bear their own legal costs, marking the end of the dispute.
With the legal hurdles now cleared, The Nairobi Hospital is set to proceed with its strategic initiatives, ensuring continued service delivery and long-term financial stability.
