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Nakhumicha's short, troubled stint at Afya House

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Former Health CS Susan Nakhumicha during a meeting with parliamentarians to scrutinise the new SHIF health scheme at the Argyle Hotel in Machakos on February 27, 2024. [File, Standard]

Dr. Debra Mlongo Barasa is stepping into the health portfolio after the dismissal of her predecessor, Susan Nakhumicha Wafula.

But before celebrating this new appointment, Dr Barasa must brace herself for the daunting challenges ahead, which could define her legacy at Afya House. If she can navigate these turbulent waters, she has the chance to leave an indelible mark on a public health sector now mired in uncertainty.

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