In Kenya’s Busia County, community health promoters (CHPs) are transforming healthcare delivery with the help of donated bicycles. Previously limited to visiting just a handful of households daily, CHPs like Simon Itaere and Linet Opili can now reach up to 15 homes a day, respond faster to emergencies, and carry medical supplies more easily. Since the program’s rollout, referral times for children under five have improved by 50%, and treated cases have risen by 40%. With over 600 CHPs already equipped and more planned by 2026, bicycles are proving a simple yet powerful tool to expand healthcare access and build community trust.
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