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Ombudsman orders KU hospital to release body held over Sh750,346 bill

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Ombudsman orders KU hospital to release body held over Sh750,346 bill

The case came to light when the deceased’s next of kin, identified as M.N., filed a complaint with the Ombudsman, alleging that the hospital refused to release the body due to the unpaid bill.

By David Abonyo 6 Mar 2026

KMPDC warns hospitals against detaining bodies over unpaid bills

Health and Wellness

KMPDC warns hospitals against detaining bodies over unpaid bills

In an advisory issued on Tuesday, the Council said families have a constitutional right to dignity and a timely burial for their loved ones, a right that does not end at death.

By David Abonyo 18 Nov 2025