National Nurses Association of Kenya

National Nurses Association of Kenya

Timeline

Serving the nursing profession in Kenya since 1968.

  1. 1968

    Establishment

    The National Nurses Association of Kenya (NNA-Kenya) was established in 1968 as a professional association representing all cadres of nurses in Kenya, duly registered under Cap 108 of the laws of Kenya.

  2. Nationwide

    Branches in All 47 Counties

    The Association grew to establish branches in all 47 counties across the country, bringing representation, advocacy and member support within reach of nurses wherever they practise.

  3. Specialty Chapters

    Organising by Specialty

    Specialty chapters were formed to bring together members of a given specialty — from critical care and midwifery to mental health, peri-operative and student nurses — reinforcing evidence-based practices across each discipline.

  4. Present Day

    Advocacy, Training and Global Affiliation

    Today the Association advises the profession through research and evidence-based practices, embracing technology to influence health policy. It maintains memberships in global networks including ICN and ICM and regional forums, delivers accredited CPD training through the NNAK Academy, and supports members through its social welfare programme.