By Peace Muthoka.
Mombasa, September 4, 2025 – Dr Agarwal’s Eye Hospital has stepped beyond healthcare to champion climate-smart agriculture and trade as a pathway to sustainable economic growth.
During a meeting held in Mombasa, the hospital emphasized the urgent need for communities and stakeholders to adopt practices that protect the environment while boosting productivity. The initiative aims to encourage innovative approaches that not only secure food systems but also create new economic opportunities.
Hospital representatives noted that healthcare and environmental sustainability are closely linked, stressing that healthy communities thrive when the environment is protected. They added that climate-smart agriculture can shield vulnerable populations from food insecurity while opening up new trade avenues.
The meeting brought together experts, local leaders, and development partners who underscored the importance of investing in resilient systems. Participants agreed that combining agriculture with sustainable trade practices is key to driving long-term growth.
By taking part in this initiative, Dr Agarwal’s Eye Hospital reaffirmed its broader commitment to community well-being beyond clinical care. The hospital stated that tackling climate change requires partnerships across all sectors, and healthcare institutions must also play their role in promoting resilience.
The hospital called on stakeholders, including government agencies and private sector players, to scale up investments in climate-smart initiatives, saying such efforts will secure both livelihoods and national development.
