MAKUENI BLOOD CENTER GETS MAJOR BOOST THROUGH ENI KENYA PARTNERSHIP.

The Makueni Blood Satellite Center has received a significant upgrade following a partnership between the County Government of Makueni and ENI Kenya, aimed at strengthening blood collection, processing, and storage capacity under the company’s corporate social responsibility program.

The new equipment delivered to the Makueni County Referral Hospital includes a Blood Bank Refrigerator, which maintains blood at optimal temperatures to prevent spoilage and wastage; a Refrigerated Centrifuge, which separates blood into vital components such as plasma and platelets for specialized treatment; and a Blood Plasma Deep Freezer, which ensures the long-term preservation of plasma for use during emergencies and routine medical procedures.

According to Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr., the installation of the advanced equipment will greatly enhance the center’s capacity to store, prepare, and process various blood components, including platelet concentrate, fresh frozen plasma, and cryoprecipitate.

The development will also enable the preservation of blood and its components for up to two years, guaranteeing patients access to safe and reliable blood supplies both within the county and across the country.

The governor emphasized that the upgraded facility will be a lifeline for patients battling cancer, anaemia, and trauma-related injuries, as well as maternity cases requiring urgent transfusions.

ENI Kenya Managing Director Daniella Morra noted that the initiative reflects the company’s continued commitment to strengthening community health systems and improving access to quality healthcare services in Kenya.

The new investment positions Makueni as a regional hub for efficient blood management and marks a vital step in saving lives through improved healthcare infrastructure.