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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Expanding Access Beyond Major Urban Centres
Access to healthcare remains an important consideration for communities across Kenya, particularly in growing towns and areas where residents need convenient access to nearby facilities.
Curafa is addressing this need through a community-based healthcare model that brings services closer to where people live and work. Rather than focusing only on established urban centres, its expanding clinic network serves communities across multiple counties.
With 22 franchise locations across eight counties, Curafa is working to make healthcare more accessible to a wider range of communities.
Understanding the Needs of Local Communities
Every community has its own needs, shaped by its population, location and access to essential services. Healthcare providers must consider these differences when establishing facilities and delivering services.
Curafa's community-based approach places clinics within the areas they serve, helping residents connect with healthcare services closer to home.
This local presence also creates opportunities for Curafa to engage with residents and become a familiar part of the community. Through its expanding network, Curafa aims to make accessing healthcare more convenient for individuals and families.
Bringing Essential Healthcare Services Closer
Access means more than having a clinic nearby. Residents also need to know what services are available and where to find them.
Curafa provides a range of services through its clinics, including general outpatient consultations, laboratory testing, pharmacy services, maternal and child care, and diagnostic testing.
These services help address different healthcare needs within the communities Curafa serves.
Residents can explore the full range of services available at Curafa to learn more about the options offered through its healthcare network.
Engaging Communities Beyond the Clinic
Community engagement is an important part of building awareness and strengthening relationships between healthcare providers and residents.
Curafa's community activations create opportunities to connect directly with local populations, introduce people to available services and support outreach activities.
These initiatives help extend Curafa's presence beyond its clinic locations. They also provide opportunities to engage with residents who may not yet be familiar with the network or its services.
By maintaining connections with the communities it serves, Curafa continues to strengthen its role as a community-focused healthcare provider.
Combining Local Clinics With Digital Healthcare
Physical clinics remain an important part of community healthcare, but digital options can provide additional ways for people to connect with healthcare providers.
Curafa offers telemedicine for remote consultations, giving patients another option for accessing consultations where appropriate.
Combining physical facilities with digital services allows Curafa to consider different access needs while continuing to develop its healthcare network.
Creating a Wider Community Impact
Expanding healthcare access can have an impact beyond the services provided to patients. Healthcare networks can also contribute to employment and create opportunities for professionals working in the sector.
Curafa has contributed to the creation of 110 health jobs and has served more than 730,000 people. These figures demonstrate the scale of its work and its contribution to healthcare access across Kenya.
As Curafa continues to grow, its community-based model remains focused on connecting more people with healthcare services while supporting the communities in which its clinics operate.
Conclusion
Improving healthcare access requires a strong local presence, relevant services and meaningful community engagement. Through its growing clinic network and digital healthcare options, Curafa is working to bring healthcare closer to more people across Kenya.
