Behind every empty bed and unanswered question, a disturbing pattern unfolds. In hospitals meant to save lives, patients disappear or die under mysterious circumstances as the hours tick by.
With each passing year, reports of insecurity in both public and private hospitals across Kenya continue to rise, ranging from minor breaches to fatal events.
National referral facilities such as Kenyatta National Hospital and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital have borne the brunt of these cases, largely due to their size and the overwhelming number of patients seeking care.
From theft and kidnapping to assault, child trafficking, and even murder, these incidents expose critical gaps in hospital security systems, leaving facilities exposed and patients dangerously vulnerable.
We travelled across the country to meet families who’ve lost loved ones under suspicious circumstances. Some still seek answers. Others fight tirelessly for justice.
We also spoke to security experts and policymakers, demanding accountability from institutions and government alike, for lapses that are, quite literally, costing Kenyans their lives.
