About Us

Who We Are

Centre for Medical Mobilisation Board (CMMB) is a health NGO working to transform the lives of women, children, and their communities. Over the past two decades, we have made significant progress toward improving the health of communities in 13 counties across Kenya. As part of the global CMMB Inc. network, we continue to expand access to quality healthcare.

Expanding Healthcare Access in Kenya

Our commitment to sustainable change is evident in the principles that guide us. Our local team builds resilient health systems while empowering communities to lead healthier, more hopeful lives.

Our Vision 

A society in which every human life is valued, and health and human dignity are shared by all.

Our Mission 

Inspired by the example of Jesus, CMMB delivers locally sustainable, quality health solutions to women, children, and their communities.

Our Values

Collaboration:
To work in partnership for locally sustainable solutions

Love:
To embrace and be compassionate toward all people

Excellence:
To deliver sustainable, quality, and impactful results

Accountability:
To hold ourselves and each other to high ethical standards and practices that maintain the good name of CMMB in Kenya

Respect:
To act always with integrity, and to value and honor the dignity of all

CMMB History

100 Years of Healing and Hope
For over a century, we have worked to strengthen and support communities through healthcare programs and initiatives, the distribution of medicines and medical supplies, and the placement of volunteers.

Focus Areas

As we work to improve the lives of women and children across Kenya, our services are focused on seven key program areas.

Preventing Gender-Based Violence
Health Systems Strengthening
Infectious Diseases
Maternal, Newborn, & Child Health
Non-Communicable Diseases
Sustainable Livelihoods
Water, Sanitation, & Hygiene
Preventing Gender-Based Violence
We are taking steps to reduce the scale of gender-based violence, returning dignity to women and children.
Health Systems Strengthening
We strengthen health systems in areas where vulnerable communities need better access to quality healthcare.
Infectious Diseases
Through our infectious disease work, we protect the most vulnerable populations from preventable diseases.
Maternal, Newborn, & Child Health
Through our focus on maternal, newborn, & child health, we provide quality and accessible health care that empowers women and strengthens communities.
Non-Communicable Diseases
We supply vital medicines and medical supplies to treat people with non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Sustainable Livelihoods
Through our sustainable livelihood project, women gain economic opportunities and become more self-sufficient.
Water, Sanitation, & Hygiene
Our water, sanitation, & hygiene initiatives deliver sustainable improvements that prevent the spread of disease and enhance access in schools, health facilities, and underserved communities.

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Our Leadership Team

Dr. James Kisia Executive Director & CEO

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Joanes Arango Senior Manager-Finance & Admin

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Lawrence Agayi Orowe CMMB Kenya Board Member

Lawrence Orowe Board Chair

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Hilary Ngeso Program Manager-Global Fund

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Jesse Kihuha Program Manager-NCDI

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Fridah Eshiwani Finance Manager

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Dr. David Peter Githanga CMMB Kenya Board Member

Dr. David Githanga Board Member

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Charles Kare Wanjohi CMMB Kenya Board Member

Charles Wanjohi Board Member

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Annette Wayua Mutuku CMMB Kenya board member head shot

Annette Mutuku Board Member

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Darnelle Bernier CMMB Kenya Board Member

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Prof. Erick Nyambedha Board Member

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Come Work with Us!

We are always looking for energetic, talented, and mission-driven people who want to help us change the world! Visit our Careers page to see our open positions.

Achieving Incredible Milestones

For two decades, CMMB has made groundbreaking advances, supporting healthier lives across 13 counties in Kenya. We are motivated by the people we serve and those who support our mission.

Get Inspired

See the lives we are changing in Kenya.

Partner with Us

Together, we can do more.

See Our Impact

Learn how CMMB supports women, children, and their communities

Our Financials

To expand healthcare access in Kenya, we rely on the compassion of our generous supporters and trusted partners. Each year, we post audited financial statements on our website, showing how we use our resources responsibly.

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