The Kenya National Blood Transfusion Services has warned public hospital against the illegal sale of blood for transfusion.
KNBTS Director Josephine Githaiga said it is disturbing to see patients being forced to buy blood while it is meant to be free.
“Blood is supposed to be free because we acquire it free as well. All Kenyans should be able to access blood even at the crucial times when they need it,” she said.
Githaiga said some public hospitals are selling a pint of blood for between Sh 2,500 and Sh 3,000.
