Narok County hosted a three-day cluster meeting from February 11th to 13th, 2025, bringing together health professionals, and county directors to discuss key strategies for improving Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) across several counties. The meeting focused on the the A360 program and its efforts to institutionalize adolescent health initiatives within government systems.
The event kicked off with welcoming remarks from key stakeholders, including PS Kenya’s CEO, Dr. Margaret Njenga, who emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts between counties to enhance health outcomes for adolescents. In her remarks Dr. Njenga stated, “Our commitment to ensuring that every adolescent in Kenya has access to the sexual and reproductive health services they need is unwavering. Through collaboration and government-led interventions, we can create a lasting impact on their health and wellbeing.”
During the opening sessions, the A360 program’s accomplishments were highlighted, demonstrating notable improvements in ASRH metrics and the program’s long-term viability. A key focus of the meeting was the discussion of A360’s sustainability plan. The session highlighted the importance of government institutionalization and the scale-up of ASRH programs.
The meeting included multiple breakout sessions, where county teams discussed the implementation of the A360 model and identified strategies to overcome barriers to service delivery. These sessions focused on key components such as adolescent girl mobilization, goal setting, and the provision of Youth-Friendly Services (AYFS). County representatives shared valuable insights on how existing structures could be leveraged to improve the delivery of these services.
Migori, Narok, Kilifi, and Homabay counties presented their findings, highlighting both the challenges and successes in implementing the program. The discussions also centered on strengthening health systems across counties, with a focus on leadership and governance, demand creation, workforce development and health financing.
The meeting concluded with a call to action from Dr. Pahe, PS Kenya’s Director of Programs, urging participants to remain committed to advancing adolescent health across Kenya. The final session included closing remarks from the various County Directors of Health, who expressed gratitude for the hard work and dedication of everyone involved. As the cluster meeting drew to a close, it was evident that the collaborative efforts of the counties, supported by the A360 program, have laid a strong foundation for improving adolescent sexual and reproductive health in Kenya. With enhanced partnerships and a shared vision, the future is promising for the continued success of these interventions.
