Mission and Vision
Mission
Making healthcare affordable to vulnerable communities
Vision
Improving the quality of life for vulnerable communities
Medinsure: A Holistic Approach to Healthcare in Kenya
Overview
Medinsure is an Australian-registered organization tackling two interconnected crises in Kenya: the severe lack of accessible orthopaedic /musculoskeletal care and the devastating impact of road accidents. We provide holistic solutions that not only heal injuries but also build safer, more resilient communities. Our work is cantered in Western Kenya, where we've launched a pilot program focused on mental health and road safety.
We train "Community Champions" in Mental Health First Aid to offer immediate psychological support, and we conduct road safety training for "boda boda"(motorcycle taxi) riders, who are often the first responders to an accident. These efforts are critical given Kenya's severe doctor shortage, with a ratio of 1 doctor for every 5,263 people, far below the WHO's recommended 1:1,000. This is compounded by a high rate of accidents, with 2,407 Kenyans dying in the first half of 2024 alone.
The Issue We're Solving
Rural Kenyans face a severe shortage of accessible and affordable medical care, especially for orthopedic surgery. The problem is magnified by a high rate of accidents; in 2023, motorbike users accounted for 35% of all Kenyan road deaths, with head injuries making up over a third of injuries in motorcycle crashes. Many of these injuries go untreated due to a lack of available and affordable care. Only about 17.5% of rural Kenyans are covered by the Social Health Authority (SHA), creating a major financial barrier to essential healthcare services.
Our Impact
Since its inception in 2022, Medinsure has directly benefited a substantial number of people in Kenya through a variety of programs:
- Medical Care: We have supported over 20 orthopedic surgical missions, with one specific mission in Uasin Gishu scheduled from the 6th to the 12th of December. We have also supported over 180 outpatients across all age groups.
- Financial Support: We have paid for monthly National Health Insurance (SHA) premiums and out-of-pocket medical bills for vulnerable individuals.
- Community Empowerment: Our initiatives, such as the Maendeleo Program and horticulture extension services, have supported over 30 volunteers, including Kenyans in the diaspora, and local communities in sustainable development projects.
- Restoring Livelihoods: Our programs go beyond physical healing to restore dignity and independence. Success stories like Chief Duncan, Mama Achieng, and Jose demonstrate our direct impact on beneficiaries' lives, allowing them to return to their communities and livelihoods.
Why We're Seeking $50,000 and 40 Volunteers in 2025
We are seeking a $50,000 donation and 40 volunteers in 2025 to scale our impact in Kenya. The funds will be strategically allocated to our core programs:
- Surgical Mission in Uasin Gishu: Over $20,000 will cover the costs of a critical surgical mission.
- Community Outreach Programs: Over $5,000 will be dedicated to community initiatives.
- Administrative Tasks: $5,000 will cover essential administrative costs.
- Solar-Powered Mobile Telehealth Hubs (SMTHs): The remaining funds will be used to deploy these hubs to remote villages, providing crucial telemedicine services and diagnostics while reducing patient backlogs.
- Road Safety & Mental Health: We will also produce and distribute 2,000 bilingual road safety brochures in Kiswahili, English, and train more "Community Champions" in Mental Health First Aid.
In 2025, our 40 volunteers will be crucial to our success, assisting with surgical missions, community outreach, and administrative tasks. Their dedication and skills will significantly amplify our efforts and allow us to reach more people in need.
Our Transformative Strategy
Medinsure is committed to revolutionizing healthcare access through a multi-pronged approach that leverages innovative technology, community empowerment, and transparent financial support.
- Solar-Powered Mobile Telehealth Hubs (SMTHs): We will deploy cost-effective, modular, and solar-powered hubs directly to remote villages, providing essential telemedicine and diagnostic services.
- Community Empowerment and Education: We will scale our community-based support systems by training more "Community Champions" in Mental Health First Aid, launching campaigns on local radio to destigmatize mental health, and enhancing road safety workshops for "boda boda" riders.
- Transparent Financial Support: We will use M-Pesa, Kenya’s mobile money service, to provide small stipends for patient transportation, and we will partner with the M-TIBA platform to ensure all financial transactions and service delivery are transparent and efficient.
By combining innovative technology with targeted community programs and strategic fiscal management, Medinsure aims to holistically improve health outcomes, enhance safety, and foster economic resilience for communities across rural Kenya.
A Call to Action for the Kenyan Diaspora
Medinsure is proud to be an Australian-registered charity with tax-deductible status, built on the support of Kenyans living in Australia who are giving back to their home country. We believe that by working together, we can make a lasting difference.
As the African proverb says, "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." Your support, whether through volunteering, expertise, or donations, is a vital part of our journey. We invite you to join us and help us go further, together, in building a healthier, safer Kenya.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS and partners
