The “sponyo” name, drawn from the word “sponsor”, has been used by President William Ruto and his allies in reference to allegations that Uhuru is financing or supporting opposition political activities.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking to Radio Generation on Wednesday, SHA Assistant Director for Registration and Compliance Dr Gilbert Osoro said the authority had more than 10,000 empanelled and contracted healthcare providers across the country, allowing members to access services through the expanded health financing system
By Chrispho OwuorKindiki said the Kenya Kwanza government had exceeded expectations in implementing projects and programmes aimed at strengthening the economy and improving livelihoods, as the administration marks four years since Ruto was sworn in on September 13, 2022.
By David AbonyoDeputy President says the officials were not merely party representatives but the people responsible for carrying UDA’s message to voters at the most basic level of the political structure.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe President questioned what he described as a lack of clear plans among his political opponents, saying voters should look at what leaders have delivered rather than the political messages they use during campaigns.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKindiki, who serves as UDA Deputy Party Leader, said the party had continued to attract new supporters because of the development programme it presented during the 2022 campaigns.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking at the Kenya Health Summit 2026 in Nairobi on Tuesday, Wetang’ula said Parliament had understood the need for reforms because MPs regularly encounter families struggling with hospital bills, negotiating for the release of patients and bodies from hospitals and mortuaries.
By David AbonyoThe authority has issued a schedule showing the claims covered by the exercise and asked healthcare providers to go through it and ensure they have all the documents needed for the review.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe political analyst argued that while the media has an important responsibility to facilitate public debate, governments must also improve the way they communicate with citizens, particularly during major policy reforms
By Chrispho OwuorHealthcare facilities seeking clarification have been instructed to submit written requests through the email address directorbenefitsandclaims@sha.go.ke by July 31.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe President's remarks drew laughter after he humorously urged men to slow down on making their partners pregnant, even as he reassured families that the government was increasing investment in maternal and reproductive healthcare
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Kang'ata said witnessing how sickness affected his own family while growing up inspired him to find a sustainable way of protecting poor households from catastrophic healthcare costs.
By David AbonyoIn a notice issued on July 4,2026, SHA said the released funds will be used to settle verified hospital claims for healthcare facilities with outstanding amounts of Sh10 million and below. Before payments are processed, however, healthcare providers will be required to complete a formal sign-off process.
By David AbonyoThe authority was rolled out in October 2024 as part of a major healthcare overhaul that replaced the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) with the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF).
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe funds will go to hospitals and clinics whose confirmed claims do not exceed Sh10 million, as the State moves to address a backlog of unpaid bills estimated at between Sh30 billion and Sh33 billion across the country.
By Bradley BosireThe legislator challenged the fairness of the existing arrangement, asking why contributions continue to be deducted without clear individual returns for those who rarely access medical services
By Chrispho OwuorThe findings highlight overcrowded maternity wards with multiple mothers sharing beds, understaffed facilities, and dilapidated mortuaries in several counties
By Chrispho OwuorThe Authority said it welcomes public scrutiny but maintained that the Means Testing Instrument (MTI) is designed to ensure fairness, equity, and sustainability in Kenya’s health financing framework.
By Bradley BosireMPs noted that the shift from the National Health Insurance Fund to the Social Health Authority has created new challenges for cancer patients, especially in accessing consistent and affordable treatment. The House was told that Kenya records about 44,000 new cancer cases every year, with over 29,000 deaths, with breast, cervical, and prostate cancers being the most common.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iRuto said the country had moved away from the economic pressure that marked the period after the Covid-19 shock, describing the current situation as one of recovery and growth.
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Dr. Abdi said SHA “payout is around 80%,” noting that the current system is performing better in settling claims compared to its predecessor.
By David AbonyoKindiki accused Gachagua of being a political scavenger for allegedly spreading alarmist claims that the program is on the verge of collapse.
By Bradley BosireIn a statement issued on Monday, the group’s president, Ahmed Yakub Kalebi, issued the warning following the closure of several facilities over fraudulent claims linked to the former National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) and the Social Health Authority (SHA).
By David AbonyoKarua, whose party’s message centers on unity and liberation, emphasized the need for Kenyans to reclaim control over national resources and public institutions.
By David AbonyoThe latest findings by the National Assembly Committee on Health show that one year after SHA took over from NHIF, many hospitals have continued to wait for funds that were already approved but never paid.
By Maureen KinyanjuiRuto stressed that effective health services start long before hospital visits. He spotlighted the deployment of 107,000 community health promoters in September 2023, the largest primary healthcare workforce ever in Kenya. These promoters have visited 8.9 million households, conducted 9.9 million diabetes screenings identifying 134,000 cases, and carried out 6.5 million hypertension screenings that confirmed 305,000 cases.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe survey shows that 12 percent of Nairobi and Kiambu residents reported having at least one insurance policy in their name last year, not including social health coverage. Murang’a followed at 11.3 percent, Nyeri at 10 percent, and Kirinyaga at 9.5 percent.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe association explained that the Health Ministry’s pending liabilities cover several subsidy and maternal health programmes, including Sh2.12 billion for Linda Mama, Sh1.42 billion under the programme for orphans and vulnerable children, Sh289 million for older persons and persons with severe disabilities, and Sh4 billion for indigent households under the universal health coverage roll-out.
By Rose AchiengSankei, a highly experienced auditor with more than 20 years in the field, brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role. His career spans leadership positions in key organizations such as the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA), and the Public Service Commission (PSC), giving him a unique perspective on both public and private sector operations. The appointment follows a rigorous recruitment process that began on July 29, 2025, ensuring transparency and fairness in the selection.
By Chrispho OwuorAccording to Kinyua, SHA has disregarded both the President’s commitment and the law’s transitional clauses, leaving the majority of NHIF workers facing the threat of job loss.
By Maureen Kinyanjui