‘Linda Mama iko ndani ya SHA, tumeipamba kabisa’ – Public Health PS Mary Muthoni
Mary Muthoni, the Principal Secretary (PS) for Public Health and Professional Standards in the Ministry of Health, has revealed that the Linda Mama maternal healthcare program has been incorporated into the Social Health Authority (SHA) and now offers more services than in the past. In a post on X on Monday, December 9, 2024, Muthoni […]
Ruto to Kenyans: There will be no corruption in SHA under my watch
In a bold declaration that resonated with confidence and resolve, President William Ruto assured Kenyans that under his leadership, the Social Health Authority (SHA) would remain free from corruption, laying a foundation for a transformative and trustworthy healthcare system. Speaking at the Kilifi International Investment Conference in Vipingo on Thursday, December 5, Ruto reaffirmed the […]
Govt Spokesperson Mwaura clarifies on Adani’s involvement in SHA
The government has clarified that the Social Health Authority (SHA) has no contract with any mobile service provider for digitizing Universal Healthcare Coverage (UHC) software. In a statement issued on Friday, November 22, 2024, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said there is no agreement between SHA and any mobile network operator for healthcare digitization. He emphasized […]
SHA acting CEO Elijah Wachira sent on compulsory leave
The board of the Social Health Authority (SHA) has sent the acting CEO Elijah Wachira on compulsory leave. In a letter seen by K24 Digital on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, the board indicated that Wachira was to proceed on leave for 90 days. “This is to inform you of the resolution of the board to […]
‘I am a man on a mission’ – Ruto says as he defends govt projects
President William Ruto has defended several government initiatives which have not been popular with the common citizens in the recent past. Speaking during a church service at the African Divine Church in Nairobi on Sunday, November 3, 2024, Ruto said the programmes are aimed at improving the lives of Kenyans, and not to hurt them. […]
Outstanding NHIF bills will be paid by the end of the week – Medical Services PS Harry Kimtai
The government has announced the release of Ksh9 billion to the Social Health Authority (SHA) to end the hiccups experienced during the rollout of the new health cover. This funding aims to address outstanding bills incurred under the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF), providing much-needed financial relief to healthcare providers and Kenyans who had been […]
Govt releases Ksh9B via SHA to pay outstanding bills incurred by healthcare facilities under NHIF
The government has released Ksh9 billion to the Social Health Authority (SHA) to address outstanding bills incurred by healthcare facilities under the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF). In a statement on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, the Ministry of Health announced that the funds will be disbursed to facilities by the end of this week. The […]