The Ministry of Health and the Council of Governors have reached a key agreement on the Social Health Authority (SHA) contracting process, setting out new timelines, compliance requirements, claims payment commitments and measures to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services in public
MoreAccording to the breakdown released by SHA, Level 2 facilities — which comprise dispensaries and health centres — dominate the list with 3,512 applications.
MoreIn a public notice issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, SHA said the child’s fingerprint will be captured at the point of treatment at any SHA-contracted healthcare facility.
MoreUnder the Facilities Improvement Financing Act No. 14 of 2023, payments are made directly to facility accounts to retain revenue for operations and improve service delivery.
MoreSHA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Mercy Mwangangi said the shift is critical to improving claims processing, accountability and service delivery under Taifa Care.
MoreProf. Kindiki said the government understands the importance of teachers and would go out of its way to make them better members of society
MoreAccording to a statement issued by the ministry on April 28, 2026, SHA has finalised contracting overseas facilities to provide specialised, life-saving interventions for Kenyans.
MoreKindiki said Kenya’s Taifa Care is not a quest to achieve a political ambition but fulfilment of a Constitutional requirement.
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