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Pomp, glamour, and colour at retiree’s final bash
By Petterson Njogu
It was a day full of fanfare and tears of joy as the Public Health Department celebrated the retirement of one of its longestserving member - Teresa Andiema.
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The now 60-year-old Teresa, joined the Hospital in 1980 when she was only 18 years old.
KNH Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Evanson Kamuri, EBS, graced the occasion held at the Public Service Country Club last week Friday. Dr. Kamuri, singled out Ms. Andiema’s great work ethic and selfless service to the hospital.
“I have known Teresa for a very long time and I can attest she carried out her duties unreservedly, with a smile on her face always,” said Dr. Kamuri. “I urge everyone here to mimic her meticulous work ethic,” he concluded.
On her part, she thanked everyone she has worked together with, terming her colleagues as the best colleagues ever.
“For the last 42 years, the job was stressful at times but fulfilling at the same time, I have been privileged to have wonderful workmates over the years here. I thank all of you and to God for granting me good health all through,” said Teresa.
Teresa first came to Kenyatta Prime Care Centre (KPCC) in the year 1988 and was attached to ward 10B before moving to the Paediatrics Wing and the Labour ward. She has faithfully carried out her duties at KPCC for the last 34 years.
In attendance was KPCC Senior Director, Dr. John Ngigi, who referred to Ms. Andiema as a great pace setter for everyone at KPCC.
Ms. Andiema has been described by her co-workers as selfless, dedicated, caring, and compassionate to everyone.
She is looking forward to her retirement and spending time with her family, friends, and relatives after such a lengthy service at the hospital.
The KPCC team thanks Teresa for her many years of steadfast service and wishes her the very best as she retires.
Ms Andiema shares a piece of cake with KNH CEO, Dr Evanson Kamuri during her farewell party held at Public Service Club after 42 years of dedicated service to the Hospital.
PHOTO | SHAWN OMONDI
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