Blood donation is a vital service that saves countless lives, and in Kenya, there are numerous blood transfusion centres available for this critical purpose. Established in August 2022, the Kenya Tissue and Transplant Authority (KTTA) was created as the successor to the Kenya National Blood Transfusion Service. The KTTA is responsible for collecting, testing, processing, and distributing blood and blood products to hospitals across the country.
Kenya faces a significant shortage of blood, with only 16% of the blood needed being collected. Alarming statistics from the KTTA reveal that seven people in Kenya require a blood transfusion every 10 minutes. This article provides a comprehensive list of blood transfusion centres where you can donate blood and make a life-saving difference.
Blood Transfusion Centres in Kenya
The Kenya Tissue and Transplant Authority (KTTA) has six Regional Blood Transfusion Centres (RBTCs) located in Nairobi, Embu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, and Mombasa. In addition to these regional centres, there are satellite centres in more than 21 county hospitals. Here is a detailed list of blood transfusion centres in Kenya and their contact information:
1. Nairobi Blood Transfusion Centre
Location: Along Hospital Road, Kenyatta National Hospital, Next to National Public Health Laboratory Services (NPHLS)
Contact: +254 716 773 904
2. Mombasa Blood Transfusion Centre
Location: Along Mwema Road next to Coast General Teaching & Referral Hospital
Contact: +254 716 773 934
3. Kisumu Blood Transfusion Centre
Location: Along Kisumu-Kakamega Road, next to Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching & Referral Hospital
4. Embu Blood Transfusion Centre
Location: Along Embu-Meru Road, next to Embu Level 5 Hospital
Contact: 0716 775 232, 0708 402 487
5. Nakuru Blood Transfusion Centre
Location: Along Kabarak Road, next to Nakuru Level 6 Hospital Eye Unit
Contact: +254 716 773 918
6. Eldoret Blood Transfusion Centre
Location: Along Nandi Road, next to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
Contact: +254 716 775 229
Satellite Blood Transfusion Centres in Kenya
In addition to the major regional centres, there are several satellite centres spread across Kenya’s counties. Below are some of these centres and their contacts:
- Machakos: 0716 775 244
- Kisii: 0716 773 966
- Kericho: 0722 432 720
- Voi: 0716 773 872
- Nyeri: 0716 773 883
- Thika: 0723 888 228
- Malindi: 0712 520 200
- Garissa: 0721 113 193
- Naivasha: 0722 286 114
- Busia: 0720 829 144
- Bungoma: 0710 777 102
- Kitale: 0725 724 591
- Narok: 0727 878 782
- Meru: 0725 813 590
- Migori: 0721 332 108
- Lodwar: 0723 586 733
- Nandi: 0721 821 800
- Kitui: 0722 969 108
- Kwale: 0777 174 443
- Lamu: King Fahd Lamu County Referral Hospital
- Kakamega: Kakamega County General Hospital
Contact: +254 758 721989
KTTA Contacts and Location
If you would like to reach out to the Kenya Tissue and Transplant Authority (KTTA) for more information, you can find them at their main office located in Nairobi:
- Location: Along Hospital Road, Kenyatta National Hospital, Next to National Public Health Laboratory Services (NPHLS), Nairobi
- Phone: 0795 655 629
- Email: info@ktta.go.ke
Conclusion
Blood donation is not only a humanitarian service but a life-saving one. With numerous blood transfusion centres across the country, from regional to satellite centres, Kenyans can now easily find a place to donate blood and help bridge the gap in the national blood shortage. By donating blood at any of these centres, you can play a vital role in saving the lives of fellow Kenyans who require blood transfusions. Make the decision to give today—your donation could be the gift of life for someone tomorrow.
