Who We Are
The Association of Public Health Officers Kenya (APHOK) is an Association established under the Societies Act Cap. 108 Laws of Kenya and draws its membership from Public Health Officers (PHOs) and Public Health Technicians (PHTs) in all the 47 counties of Kenya and Diaspora. The Association has been in existence for over 40 years championing members’ welfare and professional matters.
In accordance with Art.12(h) of APHOK Constitution (Revised 2021), we are expected to promote professional advancement among members and the diffusion of public health knowledge across all Sectors- among others, holding subject specific webinars and production of quarterly journals and newsletters.
The Association of Public Health Officers Kenya (APHOK) works closely with National and County Governments under Ministry of Health and other sister professional organizations like The Public Health and Environmental Health Practioners Union (PHEHPU), the Public Health Officers and Technician Council (PHOTC) among others and has links with public health associations worldwide being an active member of the International Federation of Public Health Association.
To provide leadership and Mentorship that allows full participation by stakeholders through public and private partnership.
An association that is progressive and accountable to her members.
Our Objectives
Advocate for access to health of all Kenyans.
Encourage research and promote knowledge relating to the problem needs and development of public health and related issues.
Promote, maintain and extend the interest of APHOK branches, special interest groups and any affiliated organization.
Promote and provide a forum for the regular discussion, exchange of views and information of public health importance.
Promote and maintain excellence in public health practice.
APHOK Current Leaders
Mohamed Duba
Secretary General
Daniel Okwara
National Treasurer
Kilel Joseph
National Chairman
Zaddock Oguta
Editor and Public Relations Secretary
Anthony Wainaina
APHOK Patron
Said Mdune
National Deputy Chairman
Racheal Nyamburu
National Deputy Secretary General
Anthony Ngaira
National Organizing Secretary
Charles Muthui
National Deputy Organizing Secretary
Esther Nyambati
National Deputy Treasurer
Nuro Kato
Regional Representative