By prioritizing innovation, community impact, and scalability, Saini has become a prominent figure not only in Kenya but across Africa
New Delhi: For more than two decades, Jayesh Saini has been a driving force in transforming Kenya’s healthcare landscape. As a visionary leader and entrepreneur, his dedication to making healthcare affordable, accessible, and of the highest quality has demonstrated that sustainable healthcare models can flourish even in developing regions. By prioritizing innovation, community impact, and scalability, Saini has become a prominent figure not only in Kenya but across Africa, paving the way for a more inclusive and effective healthcare system.
With Bliss Healthcare and Lifecare Hospitals, Saini has not only expanded access to medical care but has also modernized hospital infrastructure. These initiatives have positioned Kenya toward self-sufficiency in healthcare, transforming the lives of millions.
Bliss Healthcare: Expanding Access to Outpatient Medical Care
For many years, Kenya’s public outpatient services were overwhelmed, with limited private options due to high costs. Rural communities, in particular, lacked access to basic medical services, leading to delayed diagnoses and worsening health conditions. Recognizing this gap, Jayesh Saini established Bliss Healthcare, which has now grown into Kenya’s largest private outpatient healthcare network.
With over 65 medical centers nationwide, Bliss Healthcare provides affordable healthcare services including Doctor consultations, Advanced laboratory diagnostics services Radiology Imaging, specialist services, and minor surgical procedures among others. The impact of Bliss Healthcare has been transformative over the years with increase in annual patient visits from 50,000 per month in 2021 to over 100,000 per month in 2025. Telemedicine at Bliss Healthcare has revolutionized consultations, with 20% of patients now accessing doctors remotely, reducing the burden on physical clinics and saving travel costs. New specialized services, such as chronic disease management, mental health treatments, and home care services have been introduced. Bliss Healthcare’s collaborations with institutions such as the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), the National Police Service (NPS), and the Kenya Prisons Service (KPS) have helped enhance healthcare service delivery and better health outcomes among the members.
By offering accessible and affordable outpatient care, Bliss Healthcare has played a critical role in reducing wait times at public hospitals and improving early disease detection and treatment outcomes.
Lifecare Hospitals: Bridging the Gap in Specialized Medical Treatment
For long, specialized medical treatment in Kenya was concentrated in large cities of Nairobi Eldoret and Mombasa, making it inaccessible for most citizens. Patients requiring oncology, cardiology, neurology, and orthopedic care often had to travel abroad, imposing severe financial and logistical burdens on families.
To address this, Jayesh Saini established Lifecare Hospitals, expanding the network from just one hospital to seven hospitals in seven years. Today, Lifecare Hospitals operate in key locations across Kenya, including Bungoma, Eldoret, Kikuyu, Meru, Migori, Mlolongo, and Makindu. This expansion has led to an increase in bed capacity from 50 beds in 2017 to over 700 beds in 2025 and an introduction of state-of-the-art specialties, including psychiatry, urology, oncology, cardiology, neurology and orthopedics among others.
By decentralizing specialized healthcare services, Lifecare Hospitals have significantly reduced medical tourism while ensuring that Kenyans no longer have to travel abroad for advanced treatment.
Patient-Centered Care and Workforce Empowerment
At the heart of Jayesh Saini’s vision lies a patient-first philosophy that drives everything Lifecare Hospitals and Group stands for. Through the implementation of a robust Quality Management Policy, Lifecare ensures that every patient, regardless of their location or economic background, receives consistent, high-quality care. This commitment to excellence has fostered deep trust within the communities Lifecare serves, solidifying the group's reputation as a leader in patient-centered healthcare. With partnerships from esteemed organizations such as the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), Teachers Service Commission (TSC), National Police Service (NPS), various civil service groups, corporate entities, and insurance providers, Lifecare continues to expand its reach and impact. By cultivating a supportive workplace culture and prioritizing the professional development of its staff, Lifecare has successfully attracted and retained top-tier talent, further elevating the standard of care provided.
Lifecare Foundation: Driving social impact
The Lifecare Foundation is dedicated to empowering communities through healthcare and education. Each year, it organizes more than 100 free medical camps, offers scholarships to underprivileged students, and provides essential healthcare and educational support to orphans, including children of Teachers Service Commission (TSC), National Police Service (NPS), and civil service families. By tackling the root causes of health disparities, the foundation embodies Jayesh Saini’s broader mission of fostering a healthier, more equitable society for all.
Kenya’s Healthcare Evolution: A Noble Initiative
Since the establishment of Bliss Healthcare and Lifecare Hospitals, the group has seen remarkable improvements in Healthcare service delivery. More than 3 million Kenyans now have direct access to quality outpatient and inpatient care. Significant reduction in Medical tourism, as specialized treatments are now available within Kenya. The Healthcare group employs over 4,500 professionals, boosting economic growth.
The Future of Kenya’s Healthcare: What’s Next?
Jayesh Saini’s contributions to Kenya’s healthcare sector have been transformative, but his vision extends far beyond today’s achievements. Future plans include:
- Expanding Lifecare Hospitals to remote counties in Kenya, ensuring universal access to specialized care.
- Advancing AI-driven predictive healthcare models, enabling early disease detection and prevention strategies to improve national health outcomes.
- By 2026, the group aims to expand its footprint across East Africa, with new hospitals planned in Uganda, Tanzania, and Ethiopia. These facilities will offer super-specialty services such as cardiology, oncology, and nephrology, ensuring that patients across the region have access to top-tier medical care without needing to seek treatment abroad.
By focusing on accessibility, affordability, and innovation, Jayesh Saini continues to shape the future of Kenya’s healthcare, setting new benchmarks for Africa’s medical sector.
