The Ministry of Health has launched the Kenya Electronic National Vaccine and Immunization Portal (KeNVIP), a cloud-based data platform developed by Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) to streamline immunization data management and improve decision-making across the country.
Commissioned by the National Vaccine and Immunization Program (NVIP) with support from Gavi and UNICEF, the platform addresses long-standing challenges in the immunization system including fragmented data, lack of integration across systems, and absence of a centralized logistics tool. JKUAT was engaged as the technical consultant and developer of the solution.
Speaking during the Portal’s launch at Afya House on May 14, 2025, Health Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale said the system would transform vaccine delivery by enhancing visibility, traceability, and accountability.
“The portal gives us real-time insights that will improve how we plan, distribute, and monitor immunization services. It’s a game-changer for our healthcare system,” said Duale.
He further highlighted government efforts to strengthen cold chain infrastructure, adding that digital tools like KeNVIP are part of a broader strategy to modernize Kenya’s primary healthcare.
The KeNVIP portal is hosted within JKUAT’s secure server infrastructure and built on FAIR Data Principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable), ensuring compatibility with partner systems while promoting transparency, data integrity, and collaboration. It is accessible at https://kenvip-home.jkuat.ac.ke.
Vice Chancellor, Prof. Victoria Wambui Ngumi, said that KeNVIP was developed to address critical data management challenges.
Prof. Ngumi reaffirmed JKUAT’s leadership in tech-driven public service delivery.
“At JKUAT, we take great pride in the fact that we are a leading ICT training institution in Kenya and the region. Our expertise in technology, innovation, and data analytics has enabled us to partner with various stakeholders to drive impactful solutions for healthcare and other critical sectors,” said Prof. Ngumi.
She added that the successful implementation of KeNVIP is a testament to the capabilities of our local academic institutions in addressing national challenges through research, technology, and innovation.
Prof. Ngumi was represented by Deputy Vice Chancellor of Research, Production and Extension, Prof. Jackson Kwanza during the launch ceremony.
Prof. Muliaro Wafula, the lead consultant of the project, highlighted the importance of the platform in addressing key immunization gaps.
“The Ministry has truly understood the significance of this platform. KeNVIP will not only streamline vaccine distribution but also cater to the 30% of children who miss vaccination each year, often due to logistical challenges or fragmented data. Moreover, it addresses the critical issue of zero-dose. This platform will help Kenya move closer to achieving universal health coverage by providing more accurate tracking, timely interventions, and improved vaccine accessibility,” said Prof. Wafula.
Wafula is a professor in the Department of Computing at JKUAT as well as the Lead Scientist at the Africa Open Science Platform AOSP EA Node.
