Uasin Gishu County has taken a major step toward strengthening specialised healthcare after receiving a high-level delegation of medical and genomics experts from Sweden.
The arrival of the delegation marks the start of a week-long visit aimed at fostering international collaboration in genetic counselling, genomics, and emergency medical services.
Hosted by the County Government from 1st to 6th February 2026, the Swedish delegation brings together leading professionals in medical genetics, oncology, genetic counselling, and disaster medical response from Region Östergötland and Linköping University.
While welcoming the team, Health Services County Executive Janet Kurgat said the visit is designed to explore strategic partnerships between the County Government of Uasin Gishu, Moi University and Region Östergötland, with a focus on advancing cutting-edge medical services and research.
“This collaboration presents a unique opportunity to strengthen genetic counselling services, promote genomics research, and build local capacity through skills transfer and knowledge exchange,” said Ms Kurgat.
Who are the Swedish specialists visiting Uasin Gishu County?
The Swedish team is led by Dr Peter Berggren, PhD, from the International Medical Program, Region Östergötland, alongside Ms Rebecka Pestoff, a specialist in genetic counselling at Linköping University; Dr Anna-Lotta Hallbeck, a clinical geneticist and oncologist Dr. Cecilia Trinks, a genetic counsellor; and Dr Lars Kareklint, Development Manager at the Regional Emergency Unit and Disaster Medical Centre.
Discussions during the visit will centre on enhancing cooperation in genetic counselling services, expanding genomics research, strengthening emergency medical preparedness, and building sustainable capacity within the county’s health system.
Chief Officer for Clinical Services Ambrose Tarus and Chief Officer for Promotive and Preventive Health Dr Paul Wangwe noted that the partnership aligns with the county’s broader health sector transformation agenda, particularly in improving access to advanced diagnostic services and nurturing research-driven healthcare solutions.
From the academic front (Moi University), Prof. Simeon Mining and Dr Risper Tororei of Moi University emphasised that the collaboration underscores Uasin Gishu County’s growing profile as a centre for medical innovation, research excellence, and international cooperation.
The initiative reflects the county’s commitment to leveraging global expertise to enhance healthcare delivery, positioning Uasin Gishu as a regional hub for advanced medical services as well as genomics research.
