Topic: #NHIF

SHA's request for an additional Ksh 77 billion in the next financial year met stiff resistance from the National Assembly Committee members, who accuse the officials of failing to justify their demands.

“Hospitals want to come out and paint SHA in a very bad image. They do not want to acknowledge and admit that NHIF was not going to head us anywhere. It had many problems starting with corruption. Transitioning to SHA closed some doors to corruption. And

CS Mbadi defends the PPP by saying that this is the only way to ensure that the government develops key infrastructure without heavy borrowing while retaining the National Treasury's few resources.

The government had previously announced in September that the transition from NHIF to SHA would take effect on October 1, 2024. As the deadline approached, the lack of contracts and clarity has left healthcare providers anxious about the potential impact

It is crucial for employers to note that the last date for enrollment under the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) is September 30, 2024. Starting October 1, 2024, the benefits provided by SHA will come into effect. Additionally, any contributions made

This comes as the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) has been under fire for allegedly losing KSH 368 million due to 'typing errors'. The insurance fund has also left patients stranded as the expected shift to SHA ( Social Health Authority)

According to the Social Health Insurance (SHI) Act 2023, registration is mandatory for every person residing in Kenya.

According to Health CS Susan Nakhumicha, the proposed measures will ensure that all Kenyans have access to high-quality healthcare, in contrast to the current system which prioritizes curative care and directs people seeking care at upscale hospitals whil