Our projects in lung health
Kenya reported an estimated 124,000 TB cases in 2023, a 7% decrease from 2022. That same year, 23,000 people died of TB, while over 29,000 remained undiagnosed or untreated. Delft Imaging has supported Kenya’s TB and maternal health efforts for over a decade.
In 2010, we delivered an X-ray system to the National Tuberculosis Program of Kenya. Today, that system is still operational.
In 2019, the African Institute for Development Policy received a TB screening solution. In 2021, we delivered 8 Delft Light with 8 CAD4TB to the Ministry of Health through the iNTP project, supported by the Stop TB Partnership and funded by USAID. This deployment included installation, training, and ongoing support.
Our projects in maternal health
Kenya’s maternal mortality ratio stood at 149 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2023, marking a notable reduction from crisis levels two decades ago. While continued investments have improved access to antenatal care in urban centers, rural and peri-urban areas still face barriers to timely diagnosis and referral, reinforcing the need for decentralized and accessible screening tools.
In 2024, two BabyChecker systems were deployed in Kenya through Hatch Technology and PharmAccess Foundation. These units are currently supporting antenatal care in rural and underserved areas. Hatch Technologies has integrated BabyChecker into its comprehensive distribution and support services for providing high-quality medical devices designed for maternal, newborn, and child health requirements in Kenya.
BabyChecker has been implemented with local and international partners in Kisumu County to increase access to maternal health screening services.
Making a difference
Lung health
Research paper
In a study published in late 2022, CAD4TB was used on chest X-ray images from participants in the 2016 Kenya National TB Prevalence Survey, using CAD4TB 6 (note: this is an older version of CAD4TB than what is currently available). The study concluded that computer-aided chest X-ray screening is an accurate tool that could support community TB screening in high-burden countries with limited access to radiologists and clinicians.
In 2024, Stop TB Partnership’s iNTP in Kenya successfully implemented the Tibulims connectivity solution, integrating GeneXpert, Truenat, and CAD4TB systems to boost TB diagnostics. This initiative has improved real-time data reporting, network monitoring, and maintenance, strengthening Kenya’s TB diagnostic capabilities and ensuring sustainability through national ownership. Read about it here.
Webinar insights
For more information on how CAD4TB has been used throughout Kenya, please view the story of ‘Diagnostic Accuracy of Computer-Aided Chest X-ray Tuberculosis Screening: The Kenya National TB Prevalence Survey Retrospective Study’, as presented by Dr. Brenda Mungai. The story was presented during the 2022 Delft Imaging webinar. The implementation of the iNTP project in Kenya was also featured in a newsletter posted by Kenya NTLP.
Kenya’s NTP has enhanced TB screening and diagnosis with new solutions like Delft Light X-rays and CAD4TB, integrated into the national TB data system, TIBULIMS, for streamlined data access and improved diagnostics. Learn more about how this integration facilitates real-time data viewing and supports efficient TB diagnosis across different locations through the Delft Imaging webinar session in 2023 “Integration of CAD4TB & National TB Data System (TIBULIMS).”
Case studies
Kenya’s use of Delft Light ultra-portable digital X-ray systems with CAD4TB has shown a higher TB prevalence in household contacts compared to the general population, emphasizing the value of this technology in targeted screening and early treatment initiation. Discover how this approach is shaping TB control efforts by efficiently identifying and treating cases through the 2023 case study “TB screening among Household Contacts with Delft Light & CAD4TB.”
In 2024, as part of USAID’s iNTP, Kenya’s National TB Program deployed eight Delft Light ultra-portable X-ray systems with CAD4TB across seven counties to strengthen community outreach screening. Between 2022 and 2023, 15,916 people were screened, and TB positivity among those with high CAD4TB scores reached 28%, with nearly 30% of confirmed cases being asymptomatic. These innovations are helping Kenya identify TB cases earlier and optimize diagnostic resources. Read the full case study.
Same year, as presented at The Union Conference 2024, Kenya showcased how the integration of Delft Light X-ray systems with CAD4TB into TIBULIMS – the national TB data platform – has strengthened TB surveillance and reporting. Through a multi-stakeholder approach, an API was developed to synchronize screening data from CAD4TB devices with TIBULIMS, enabling clinicians to access CXR images, AI scores, radiologist reports, and lab results on a single platform.
Press coverage
NTP Kenya, in 2023, discussed how CAD4TB is improving TB Case Finding in Siaya County, in their newsletter. Increasing diagnosis rates by 50% and allowing for the screening of approximately 200-300 clients daily. Dr. Felix praises the efficiency of the CAD4TB CXR machine for TB screening services, highlighting several advantages. “We really deserved this machine. In a day we serve an average of 200-300 clients of which 10 are likely to be TB patients in a month against our target of six patients. Compared to last year, our TB diagnosis has increased by 50% meaning we were missing cases as a result of the absence of the machine.”
In 2024, NTP Kenya’s newsletter discussed the impact of CAD4TB in TB screening in the country, highlighting its significant role in improving detection rates, especially in high-burden regions. The technology has enhanced the accuracy and efficiency of diagnosing tuberculosis through advanced image analysis capabilities, facilitating early and effective treatment interventions. This integration of CAD4TB into national screening efforts aligns with Kenya’s strategic health initiatives to curb the spread of tuberculosis and reduce its health impact across communities.
In 2025, reported by Global South World, Kenya’s National TB Program highlighted the impact of AI-powered chest screening tools in accelerating TB detection. “This technology has transformed TB screening for us. Since adopting it, we’ve recorded a 51% increase in case detection,” said Dr. Immaculate Kathure, Head of Program at the National Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Lung Disease Program. With over 128,000 scans completed and 4,000 TB cases detected, solutions like CAD4TB and Delft Light are bridging diagnostic gaps and moving Kenya closer to achieving the WHO 2030 End TB targets.
Same year (2025), reported by The Standard, AI-powered solutions like CAD4TB and portable Delft Light X-ray units are now bridging gaps in prisons and remote areas – screening thousands quickly where labs and radiologists are scarce.
Maternal Health
Webinar insights
In Kenya, BabyChecker is part of a broader initiative to strengthen maternal healthcare services through digital innovation. The solution is implemented in partnership with the PharmAccess Foundation and the County Government of Kisumu. The focus is to expand the county’s digital health infrastructure and ensure seamless tracking of maternal health data.
This work was highlighted in the 2024 BabyChecker webinar, where Dr. Gregory Ganda described how BabyChecker and digital health record systems are being integrated to improve diagnostic accuracy, service efficiency, and maternal health outcomes in low-resource settings.
Press coverage
In 2025, The Standard highlighted BabyChecker during the Africa Health Agenda International Conference in Kigali as a breakthrough in maternal healthcare.
