Kenya Hospital says kidney sales have increased online

 

Kenya's main public hospital says there has been an increase in the number of people asking and volunteering to sell their kidneys.

In a Facebook post, Kenyatta National Hospital said "How much is my kidney?" was the most frequently asked question via message on their page.

The hospital however suggested that the organs of the body be removed from patients.

"Please note that the sale of spices is strictly prohibited and is illegal. You can only donate at your discretion," it said.

The hospital's poster highlights the frustrating measures people are taking in the face of rising food and fuel prices.

The World Bank earlier this month warned that East Africa was among the worst hit by the Russian war in Ukraine and the Corona catastrophe.