HACEP Kenya: Community health with heart
From newborn sickle cell screening to youth leadership, we build trust through proven impact and local partnerships.
Quick Impact Snapshot
- 72,000 newborns screened / year
- 500+ youth trained in health leadership
- 15 health facilities supported
- 3M+ indirect beneficiaries
HACEP Kenya
About HACEP Kenya
HACEP Kenya was established with a deep commitment to transforming health outcomes and fostering sustainable community development across Kenya. As a National NGO, we recognized the urgent need to address the high prevalence of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) in the Lake Region and launched our mission to empower communities through innovative programs, advocacy, and strategic partnerships.
Our work began with a focus on disease prevention, maternal and child health particularly SCD screening and the empowerment of vulnerable populations, including women working in artisanal mining. Over time, HACEP Kenya has grown to become a trusted leader in community health interventions, combining evidence-based strategies with grassroots engagement to create lasting impact.
Rooted in the Lake Region, we prioritize safer working conditions, occupational health, and economic resilience through community-led solutions. Our approach emphasizes collaboration with local governments, health facilities, and community leaders to ensure programs are responsive, effective, and sustainable.
Today, our flagship project, Elimination of Sickle Cell Disease through Newborn Screening, targets Migori, Homa Bay, and Kisumu Counties. The initiative aims to screen 72,000 newborns annually and provide indirect benefits to over 3 million people, improving early detection, treatment access, and long-term care for SCD patients.
Key focus areas include:
- Enhancing SCD screening, diagnosis, and treatment access
- Empowering communities through health education and awareness campaigns
- Building capacity for sustainable health solutions through training and partnerships
With offices in Nairobi and Migori, and regular quarterly supervision in collaboration with County Health Management Teams (CHMTs), HACEP Kenya remains dedicated to advancing community health and fostering resilient, empowered populations.
Join us in this transformative journey as we work toward a healthier, more equitable future for all Kenyans.
Verified Reporting
Annual impact reports shared to partners and donor community.
Trusted Partnerships
County health boards and NGOs endorse our model.
Community Ownership
Local beneficiary voices guide program design.
Vision & Mission
Our future-focused purpose and practical action plan for community health and empowerment.
Vision
A healthy, resilient Kenya where every child has access to early sickle cell screening, every family has the knowledge to thrive, and every community has a strong foundation for sustainable well-being.
Mission
To eliminate preventable suffering from Sickle Cell Disease through newborn screening, health education, and community-led capacity building, while elevating youth and women as change makers and protecting vulnerable workers in high-risk settings.
Testimonials
Voices of beneficiaries, colleagues, and partners on HACEP Kenya's impact.
Our Partners
Trusted partnerships help us deliver stronger county systems, better referral pathways, and broader health impact.
