Setting the Standard for Pathology Practice in Kenya
We bring together pathologists, laboratory scientists and trainees across the public and private sectors to advance the study and practice of pathology through education, scientific exchange, research and advocacy.
35 Years of Impact
1991 to 2026
Education
Research
Standards
Advocacy
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Established to Advance Excellence in Pathology
The Kenya Association of Clinical Pathologists was established by a group of professionals in clinical pathology to advance excellence in laboratory medicine and improve patient care across Kenya and the East African region. The Association provides a forum for presenting, discussing and critically evaluating scientific, technological and methodological advances in pathology.
Our Vision
To be a leading professional association empowering clinical pathologists and laboratory medicine specialists to deliver high quality diagnostic services that improve healthcare outcomes in Kenya and beyond.
Our Mission
To advance the study and practice of clinical pathology through education, scientific exchange, research and advocacy, while promoting professional standards and ethical conduct.
KACP Through the Years
1991 to 2026
A look back at some of the conferences, pathology clinics, seminars and webinars hosted by the Kenya Association of Clinical Pathologists.
Past events
Conferences, Clinics and Webinars
April 2025Frozen Sections SeminarView Event 
October 2024HER2-Low Breast Cancer WebinarView Event 
May 2024Small Biopsies WebinarView Event 
February 2024Lymphoma Pathology ClinicView Event 
October 202316th Biennial Scientific ConferenceView Event 
August 2023Malaria Symposium, KisumuView Event 
May 2023AMR Pathology ClinicView Event 
April 2023NHL Diagnostic AlgorithmView Event 
February 2022Haematology SummitView Event Continuing Education, Symposia and Congresses
CME webinars, focused symposia and workshops, and regional congresses of interest to members.
Most Recent EventNairobi Scientific Day 2026: POCT Excellence in Action
A full day on point of care testing: where it fits in Kenyan practice, how it is governed, and what quality assurance it needs outside the main laboratory.
Latest Recorded Sessions
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Where the Technical Work Happens
Seven divisions, each led by members practising in that field. Every division is open to any KACP member who wants to contribute.
Kenya Association of Clinical Pathologists
Haematology and Blood Transfusion1
Medical Microbiology and Parasitology2
Chemical Pathology3
Histopathology and Cytopathology4
Immunopathology5
Molecular Pathology6
Forensic Pathology7Seven Divisions, Grouped Under the Two Main Branches of Pathology: Anatomic and Clinical. Point to a Division to Preview It, or Click to Open Its Full Profile.
Haematology and Blood Transfusion
Blood disorders, coagulation and transfusion medicine.
Five Standing Committees
Quality Assurance, Education and Training, Research and Development, Public Health, and Transfusion and Blood Safety.
Every division and committee is open to members. Tell the Secretariat where you would like to contribute and they will connect you.
Join a DivisionFrom the Association
Association updates, member research and the reference material the Secretariat keeps for the profession.
EventNairobi Scientific Day 2026 in Pictures
Photographs from the symposium held on 15 September 2026 at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Upper Hill, Nairobi.
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ResourcesStandards, Guidelines and Reference Material
ISO 15189, WHO and CLSI standards, Kenyan national guidance, regulation and registration, and professional reference sets, gathered in one place.
Open Resources
PublicationsGuidelines, Position Statements and Member Research
Documents published by the Association and work produced by KACP members.
Open PublicationsOrganisations We Work With
Industry and institutional partners who support the Association's scientific meetings, training and work. Select a logo to visit the partner.
Become a KACP Member
Join pathologists and laboratory scientists from across Kenya. Members get continuing education, a listing in the members directory and a say in the work of the Association. Membership is open to professionals across all seven divisions, at KES 5,000 a year.
- CME webinars, symposia and the biennial scientific conference
- Listing in the members directory, searchable by specialty
- A division or standing committee to contribute to
- Research collaboration and support for multicentre studies
- A national voice on pathology practice and policy
