In Kenya, indigent household are those who cannot meet basic need. They therefore, qualify for government financial assistance. The government, through the Authority, conducts a means of Identifying Indigent Households…
Continue readingHouseholds without salaried income must contribute to the SHIF. However, SHIF Contributions for Non-Salaried Households in Kenya work differently from those with salaried jobs. Below are the key rules and…
Continue readingHouseholds that earn income from salaried employment must make monthly contributions to the Social Health Insurance Fund. SHIF Contributions for Salaried Households helps ensure access to healthcare services. Below, we…
Continue readingThe Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), established under section 25 of the Social Health Insurance Act, plays a vital role in Kenya’s healthcare system. The purpose of the Social Health…
Continue readingThe death of a beneficiary under Kenya’s Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) has legal and administrative implications. The procedures following the death of a beneficiary ensure proper deregistration, and continued…
Continue readingThe Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF)in Kenya provides comprehensive health insurance to all citizens. It pools contributions from the formal and informal sectors, ensuring access to essential medical services for…
Continue readingEvery resident in Kenya can access healthcare services through the Primary Healthcare Fund(PHF) as outlined in the Primary Health Care Act of 2023. By following the guidelines provided in the…
Continue readingThe Social Health Insurance Act funds include: the Primary Healthcare Fund, the Social Health Insurance Fund, and the Emergency, Chronic, and Critical Illness Fund. This eases the financial burden on…
Continue readingThe Social Health Authority (SHA) is a vital initiative for ensuring access to healthcare. Below are answers to frequently asked questions about SHA and how you can benefit from it….
Continue readingThe Social Health Act (General) Regulations 2024 support the Social Health Insurance Act (SHIA) of 2023. The goal is to ensure every Kenyan has access to universal healthcare. The government…
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