The National Nurses Association of Kenya

What The National Nurses Association of Kenya does

The National Nurses Association of Kenya (NNA-Kenya) is a nonprofit professional association representing all cadres of nurses in Kenya, headquartered at the Nurses Complex within Kenyatta National Hospital grounds in Nairobi. It serves registered nurses, student nurses, and healthcare institutions through a national network of 68 chapters operating across Kenya's 47 counties, and is a member of global nursing federations including the International Council of Nurses (ICN) and International Confederation of Midwives (ICM). The association's primary mission is to advocate for the nursing profession, provide accredited continuing professional development (CPD), enable international career mobility, and deliver welfare programs to members and their dependents.

NNAK operates a digital infrastructure comprising a membership portal (portal.nnak.or.ke) for self-service enrollment and fee payment, and the NNAK Academy training platform delivering accredited courses in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Wound Care, NCLEX-RN preparation, IELTS training, and CPD certification required for license renewal. The association also maintains the Kenya Nurses Journal for research dissemination, runs a flagship Annual Scientific Conference & AGM (the 68th edition scheduled for October 2026 in Mombasa), and operates welfare programs including the Girl Child Education Fund, which has supported 128 orphaned daughters of nurses since 2006. Strategic partnerships with TruMerit and The Godwit Group power an international nurse migration platform enabling Kenyan nurses to pursue employment opportunities in markets including Saudi Arabia and Australia.

The association's revenue model is multi-stream and member-centric: ordinary members pay a Kshs 300 monthly subscription (Kshs 3,600 annually) and student nurses Kshs 100 monthly, supplemented by training and certification fees, conference registration, sponsorship from corporate partners (e.g., Johnson & Johnson, Kenvue, Planned Parenthood Global), and partnership-driven migration services. Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, relying on annual conferences, chapter-level engagements, digital channels (website, social media, email newsletter), and referral partnerships with international recruitment and testing organizations. The organization positions itself as the unified voice for Kenyan nursing, with formal working relationships with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and the Ministry of Health supporting policy influence and CPD accreditation.

Name

The National Nurses Association of Kenya

Legal name

National Nurses Association of Kenya

Website

https://nnak.or.ke

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

The National Nurses Association of Kenya is a nonprofit professional association representing all cadres of nurses in Kenya, delivering accredited CPD training, international licensure pathways (NCLEX, IELTS), welfare programs, and advocacy through 68 chapters across 47 counties.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Nursing Association Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (61171), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Health Care and Social Assistance (62), Voluntary Health Organizations (813212)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Nursing & Allied Health Certification Prep (CNA, EMT/Paramedic, Radiology, Sonography, PT/OT) (EDANAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Nursing Assistant (CNA) & Patient Care Technician (PCT) (EDAOAJAB)

Keywords

• Nursing professional association
• Continuing professional development
• Nurse licensing preparation
• Nursing welfare programs
• International nursing migration

Headquarters

HQ city

Nairobi

HQ country

Kenya

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: NNAK generates revenue through membership subscriptions from nurses across Kenya. Ordinary members pay Kshs 300 monthly (Kshs 3,600 annually), student nurses pay Kshs 100 monthly, with additional life and honorary membership categories.
2. Training and Certification Services: Revenue generated from training programs including NCLEX preparation, IELTS testing, BLS/ACLS training, Advanced Wound Care, and CPD courses. These programs provide continuing education credits for license renewal and professional development.
3. Conference and Event Registration: Annual Scientific Conference and AGM events generate revenue through participant registration fees. The association hosts the International Annual Nurses Conference with abstract submissions and scientific programming.
4. Nurses Migration Services: Partnership with Godwit Group and international employers facilitates nursing placement services for nurses seeking employment abroad, with partial payment options for registration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The National Nurses Association of Kenya (NNAK) is a professional membership association representing all cadres of nurses in Kenya. It delivers accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training programs—including NCLEX preparation, IELTS, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Advanced Wound Care—through the NNAK Academy. It also provides an annual scientific conference and AGM, welfare programs such as the Girl Child Education Fund, and international nursing migration services through partnerships with TruMerit and The Godwit Group.

Product overview

The National Nurses Association of Kenya (NNA-Kenya) operates as a professional association offering a comprehensive suite of products and services centered on nursing professional development and advocacy. The core offerings include the NNAK Academy for accredited CPD training (covering BLS, ACLS, Advanced Wound Care, NCLEX preparation, and IELTS), the Membership Portal for digital member management, the Kenya Nurses Journal for research dissemination, and the Annual Scientific Conference & AGM for professional networking. Strategic partnerships with TruMerit and The Godwit Group enable international career pathways through nurse migration services. Additional offerings include nurse welfare programs featuring the Girl Child Education Fund and the upcoming NNAK Nursing School. The association functions as a unified platform rather than a modular software product, providing integrated services spanning education, certification, career development, and professional advocacy for nurses across Kenya.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NNAK Academy A comprehensive training and professional development platform offering accredited CPD courses including Advanced Wound Care, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, NCLEX preparation, and IELTS training for license renewal and career advancement.
• NCLEX School NCLEX-RN Preparatory Course designed to help Kenyan nurses obtain licensure in the U.S. and Canada, featuring computer-adaptive testing familiarization and comprehensive content mastery training.
• IELTS Training International English Language Testing System preparation and registration services through UniAbroad test center, enabling nurses to prove English proficiency for study, work, or migration purposes.
• Membership Portal Digital membership management platform enabling nurse registration, profile management, and access to association services and resources.
• Annual Scientific Conference & AGM Annual professional conference bringing together nurses, healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers for scientific discussions, networking, and knowledge sharing on nursing advancement.
• Nurse Welfare Programs Social welfare support system including the Girl Child Education Fund (GCEF) for deceased members' orphaned daughters, providing education assistance through evidence-based community projects.
• Kenya Nurses Journal A professional nursing journal publication providing scientific content and research dissemination for Kenyan nurses.

Quantifiable outcome

• 128 orphaned daughters of nurses supported through education since 2006
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TruMeritcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025NNAK partners with TruMerit to provide international nursing career development services. The partnership enables Kenyan nurses to access global healthcare opportunities through a dedicated registration platform facilitated by The Godwit Group. Registration is ongoing for nurses seeking international employment pathways.
• The Godwit GroupcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 September 2025The Godwit Group partners with NNAK and TruMerit to operate the international nursing migration platform. The platform provides career development tools, job listings, and application tracking for nurses seeking healthcare employment abroad.
• KenvueminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKenvue, a consumer health company, partnered with NNAK during the Annual AGM and Scientific Conference 2023, providing sponsorship and support for the association's flagship event.
• International Council of Nurses (ICN)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNNAK is a member of ICN, the global nursing federation. ICN facilitates programs including ODENNA (Organization Development Program for National Nurses Associations) training that involved 50 nurse leaders from 24 African countries. ICN Program Manager Stella De Sabata visited Kenya to meet nursing students.
• Johnson & JohnsoncoreGTM or Marketing PartnerJohnson & Johnson facilitated the ODENNA (Organization Development Program for National Nurses Associations) training program conducted at Maanzoni Lodge, Lukenya Machakos County, supporting leadership development for 50 nurse leaders from 24 African countries.
• BD InternationalcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBD International co-facilitated the ODENNA training program alongside ICN and J&J, contributing to organization development for national nursing associations across Africa.
• Florence Nightingale Foundation (FNF)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerFNF provides scholarships to nurses and midwives and supports the Girl Child Education Fund project. The foundation supports education for orphaned daughters of nurses through the GCEF initiative that has supported 128 girls since 2006.
• Stephen Lewis Foundation (SLF)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Stephen Lewis Foundation partners with organizations in sub-Saharan Africa to address HIV/AIDS impacts. SLF supports the Girl Child Education Fund project implemented by NNAK for orphaned daughters of nurses.
• Kenya Pediatric Association's Research ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNNAK collaborates with Kenya Pediatric Association's research consortium to implement the Championing Evidence Based Advocacy (CEBA) project across 15 counties in Kenya, working with Ministry of Health, NCK, and county nursing officers.
• Avenue Group of HospitalsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAvenue Group of Hospitals joined as a pending member organization, committing to nursing education and professional development. The partnership will establish a new NNAK branch within their hospital network, expanding educational opportunities and strengthening nurse networks.
• IHM AustraliaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNNAK partnered with IHM Australia to facilitate live, work, and study opportunities in Australia for Kenyan nurses. Pre-registration meetings are held for nurses interested in pursuing international careers.
• UniAbroadminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUniAbroad operates an IELTS test center at NNAK premises, enabling nurses to register and take the International English Language Testing System exam required for international study and migration.
• Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNNAK works closely with NCK as the regulatory body for nursing practice in Kenya. The partnership supports professional standards, CPD accreditation, and nursing education oversight. NCK representatives participate in NNAK events and initiatives.
• ICM (International Confederation of Midwives)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNNAK maintains membership in ICM, the global confederation for midwives, providing access to international midwifery best practices and professional development resources.
• Planned Parenthood Global (PPG)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlanned Parenthood Global sponsored NNAK board member induction training at Safari Park Hotel in January 2023, supporting leadership development for nursing association governance.
• Maanzoni LodgeminorOthersMaanzoni Lodge in Lukenya, Machakos County served as the venue for the ODENNA training program that brought together nurse leaders from 24 African countries for organization development.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Florence Nightingale Foundation (FNF): Charity providing scholarships and leadership development to nurses and midwives, partner on NNAK's Girl Child Education Fund. Comparable in combining nursing welfare programs, scholarships and international partnership funding.
• Royal College of Nursing (RCN): UK professional body and union for nursing staff, combining membership subscriptions, CPD, accreditation and policy advocacy. Comparable operating model to NNAK at much larger scale.
• American Nurses Association (ANA): U.S. national professional association representing registered nurses, offering membership, advocacy, CPD and certification programs. Closest large-market analogue to NNAK's membership, training and policy-influence model.
• Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA): Largest professional nursing association in Southern Africa, representing registered nurses and midwives. Most directly comparable peer to NNAK given overlapping mandate of professional advocacy, CPD training and welfare support for nurses within a single African country.
• Canadian Nurses Association (CNA): National professional voice for registered and nurse practitioners in Canada, offering certification, accreditation and policy advocacy. Comparable mission and revenue mix (membership dues, exams, certification, publications).
• TruMerit: Credential evaluation and global mobility platform for nurses that co-operates NNAK's international migration platform with The Godwit Group. Closest operational peer in the nurse-credentialing and international placement category.

Broad incumbents

• Johnson & Johnson (Nursing Initiatives): Co-funder of the ODENNA program that trained 50 nurse leaders from 24 African countries with NNAK participation. Comparable as a global incumbent funding nursing leadership development and welfare programs at scale.
• International Council of Nurses (ICN): Global federation of national nursing associations of which NNAK is a member. Provides ODENNA leadership training, policy advocacy and global standards that NNAK both consumes and helps deliver at country level.

Regional players

• Tanzania National Nurses Association (TANNA): National professional association for nurses in neighboring Tanzania, focused on CPD, advocacy and welfare. Closest East African geographic peer with a similar membership-driven model.

Emerging players

• Indian Nursing Council (INC) / Trained Nurses Association of India (TNAI): Indian professional and regulatory bodies for nurses that combine large-scale membership, NCLEX/IELTS pipeline training and international migration facilitation — analogous to NNAK's emerging NCLEX-to-overseas pipeline.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/nnakenya
• Facebookfacebook.com/Officialnnakenya
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/national-nurses-association-of-kenya-official

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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