Marengo Asia Hospitals Partners with Metropolitan Hospitals and Zoscales to Boost Healthcare Access in East Africa

Marengo Asia Hospitals announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with Metropolitan Hospitals Limited (Kenya) and Zoscales Partners under its Clinical Corridor
Initiative to build “Centre of Excellence” at the Metropolitan Hospital in Nairobi. This landmark
collaboration aims to significantly improve healthcare accessibility and affordability in tertiary care
across East Africa, addressing the urgent need for advanced healthcare services in the region.
As an emerging leader in the healthcare sector, Marengo Asia Hospitals will leverage its extensive
experience and expertise to empower Metropolitan Hospitals to become a regional hub for tertiary
care. This partnership will focus on upgrading clinical capabilities and establishing Centres of
Excellence (CoEs) for specialized medical services, ensuring that high-quality healthcare is accessible
to underserved communities.
“Marengo Asia Hospitals is proud to share its knowledge and best practices from India to support
Metropolitan Hospitals in expanding access to world-class healthcare in East Africa. Marengo Asia
hospitals is a strong proponent of the concept of building Clinical Corridors across geographies. This
is based on the principles of 3 Ts (Teach, Train and Treat) in elevating healthcare standards globally.
We are committed to capacity building, advancing healthcare standards and fostering collaboration
across boundaries. With a rich history in establishing Centres of Excellence (CoEs) for healthcare
providers globally, we have set up CoEs in cardiology, oncology, and transplants in Mongolia, and
Asia Pacific, fostering international collaboration and advancing healthcare capabilities.” said Dr.
Raajiv Singhal, Founding Member, Managing Director, and CEO of Marengo Asia Hospitals. “Our
holistic approach in developing Centres of Excellence includes teams planning, infrastructure,
compliance, development of pathways protocols, and training for all department stakeholders “ he
added.
“By upgrading our clinical services and expanding access to advanced healthcare, we are not only
improving the quality of care but also making it more affordable and accessible to a broader
population,” said Dr. K. K. Gakombe, Founder and CEO of Metropolitan Hospitals Limited. “This
partnership with Marengo Asia Hospitals and Zoscales Partners enables us to significantly expand
our reach and amplify our positive impact,” he added.
“This partnership underscores our commitment to making a meaningful difference where it matters
most—improving access to quality healthcare,” said Jacop B. Rentschler, Co-Founder and Managing
Partner at Zoscales Partners. “By combining Marengo Asia Hospitals’ world-class expertise with
Metropolitan Hospitals’ local strength, we are building a transformative platform that will boost
clinical capacity and expand sustainable healthcare access for communities across East Africa.” he
concluded.
Marengo Asia Hospitals has a strong track record of impactful collaborations through its innovative
concept of ‘Clinical Corridors.’ For instance, Marengo Asia Hospitals recently entered into a multiyear agreement with Intermed Hospital in Mongolia to establish the country’s first comprehensive
Cardiac Sciences Centre of Excellence. This groundbreaking initiative aims to provide advanced
cardiac treatments and specialized care to the Mongolian population, addressing a critical need for
high-quality healthcare services. Together, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Metropolitan Hospitals, and
Zoscales Partners are forging a powerful alliance to build a sustainable healthcare framework that
will enhance the well-being of communities across East Africa. This collaboration reaffirms Marengo
Asia Hospitals’ mission to transform healthcare and ensure that quality medical services are available
to everyone.