Government urges all Kenyans to register for Social Health Authority (SHA) to benefit from the scheme

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NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 25...Ahead of Social Health Authority (SHA) roll out in October 1 2024, Government says its BETA Agenda prioritizes Universal Health Coverage for all Kenyans regardless of their financial status.

The Government Spokesman Dr. Isaac Mwaura says there have been a challenge under the National Health Insurance fund (NHIF) which primarily relies on contributions of employed individuals adding that the process has hindered broader health financing which is essential for providing equitable healthcare services to all kenyans.

"Social Health Authority (SHA) aims to include all kenyans in contributing to a sustainable fund that covers a wide range of health services unlike NHIF which mostly required additional community fundraising efforts, SHA ensures every citizen can access quality healthcare through enhanced government financing" said Government Spokesman, Dr. Mwaura.  

Subsequently the shift from NHIF to SHA aims to provide comprehensive, quality and equitable healthcare for all kenyans including those in the informal sector with kenyans being granted access to consultation, diagnostic, laboratory services, drug administration  and treatment for various diseases including non-communicable diseases.  

Furthermore, Dr. Mwaura adds that SHA will expand coverage for chronic and critical illness such as cancer, specialized surgical procedures like organ transplants and end of life care.

"SHA is the enhanced Linda mama package which supports martenal and  child heathcare, package addresses  high martenal and infant mortality rate by covering all care services" added Dr. Mwaura.

"The Comprehensive approach ensures better health outcomes for mothers and their children ensuring reinforcing commitment to universal health coverage in Kenya".

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