CURE Children’s Hospital of Kenya (CURE Kenya) officially broke ground on a new, state-of-the-art surgical suite designed to expand access to specialized surgical care for children with treatable disabilities.

The new surgical suite is part of CURE Kenya’s long-term plan to maximize capacity, reduce surgical wait times, and meet the growing need for pediatric orthopedic and reconstructive surgery in the region. Once complete, this modern facility will allow the hospital to serve significantly more children each year, helping restore mobility, dignity, and hope to families waiting for healing.

Meeting a Growing Need Through Surgical Expansion

For years, CURE Kenya has been a beacon of hope for children suffering from conditions such as clubfoot, knock knees, bowed legs, cleft lip and palate, and burn contractures. While the hospital performs thousands of surgeries annually, the need far outpaces current capacity. An overwhelming number of children in Kenya and neighboring countries are still waiting for treatment.

When it’s complete, Kenya’s new surgical center will feature five state-of-the-art operating rooms that enable surgeons to perform up to 4,000 surgeries annually—a 20 percent increase over current capacity.

CURE Kenya’s Executive Director Nelson Muoki notes that behind every surgery is a child and a family transformed.

“It’s easy to get lost in timelines and blueprints … but this project is really about the families who will have their hope restored after many years of not finding help elsewhere,” he said. “We’re looking forward to providing world-class surgical care to even more of Kenya’s vulnerable children.” 

 

A Modern Facility to Transform Lives

 

 

The surgical suite will feature modern operating rooms equipped with the latest technology, improved pre-op and post-op areas, and support spaces designed to enhance the safety, comfort, and recovery experience for young patients. It will also improve patient flow and efficiency, ultimately increasing the hospital’s surgical output and improving outcomes.

“The new facility, with larger operating rooms, will also allow us to take on even more complex procedures—like spinal surgeries—that require specialized equipment and longer recovery times,” said Dr. Joseph Theuri, Medical Director at CURE Kenya. “It’s an exciting opportunity to serve children whose conditions were previously too complicated to treat.”

 

Training the Next Generation of Surgeons

 

 

As a teaching hospital, CURE Kenya partners with local medical institutions to train national healthcare providers in pediatric orthopedic surgery. The upgraded facility will offer even more opportunities to mentor young surgeons, anesthetists, and nurses, contributing to a stronger healthcare system in Kenya and the region.

“Alleviating our current space constraints will help us equip more Christian healthcare professionals who can serve within CURE hospitals and who take surgical care into communities where it’s needed,” Nelson said.

Built on Faith, Funded by Generosity

This project is made possible through the generous support of donors and partners who believe in CURE Kenya’s vision to heal the sick and proclaim the kingdom of God. Thanks to these faithful supporters, every child receives holistic care—surgical, emotional, and spiritual—free of charge at CURE.

Join the Mission

This groundbreaking marks the beginning of a new chapter in CURE Kenya’s story of healing. As construction begins, the vision is clear: more children will be healed, more lives will be changed, and a stronger foundation will be built for future generations. But we can’t do this alone, and are inviting you to join us through your gifts in kind and prayers. Click this link to learn how you can help kids heal!