Topic: Susan Nakhumicha
Health Ministry pledges swift settlement of NHIF debts ahead of SHA transition
Jul 05, 2024 at 05:15 PM
In a move to ensure a seamless transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the new Social Health Authority (SHA), the Ministry of Health has pledged to clear all o...
Health CS Susan Nakhumicha announces new registration date for SHIF
Jun 28, 2024 at 10:54 PM
Health Cabinet Secretary, Susan Nakhumicha, announced the start of registration for the Social Health Authority (SHA) beginning Monday....
Doctors finally call off their 56-day strike after signing agreement with Govt
May 08, 2024 at 08:14 PM
The doctors' strike that has lasted 56 days since 13, March 2024 has finally been called off....
Kenyans to cough up 2.75 per cent of gross salaries to SHIF effective July 1
Apr 04, 2024 at 11:10 AM
Kenya's healthcare landscape is set for a significant shift as citizens prepare to contribute 2.75 per cent of their gross salaries to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) start...
Babu Owino moves to impeach CS Susan Nakhumicha over ongoing doctor’s strike
Apr 03, 2024 at 07:35 PM
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has announced his intention to file a notice of a motion seeking to remove Health CS Susan Nakhumicha over accusations that she has mi...
Hope for universal healthcare as SHIF registration starts amid many concerns
Mar 08, 2024 at 12:31 PM
Kenyans can finally enrol for the highly anticipated Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) starting this Friday....
Kenyans to start contributing to new Social Health Insurance Fund in July
Feb 27, 2024 at 12:24 PM
Kenyans will soon contribute to a revamped healthcare financing system as the government prepares to launch the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF)....
Kenyans face increased healthcare contributions as UHC takes effect
Feb 12, 2024 at 07:38 PM
Starting March 1, 2024, Kenyans will witness a significant shift in their healthcare contributions as the government prepares to implement the much-debated universal health coverag...
Court of Appeal upholds suspension of Social Health Insurance Act 2023
Jan 10, 2024 at 05:54 PM
The Court of Appeal on Wednesday dealt a blow to the government's healthcare plans by declining to lift the suspension of the controversial Social Health Insurance Act 2023....
Public servants face uncertainty as new social health scheme ousts NHIF
Dec 06, 2023 at 10:07 AM
The security provided by the National Health Insurance Fund's (NHIF) comprehensive cover is under threat, leaving 73 public institutions, civil servants, and millions of retired of...
Health CS Susan Nakhumicha sets the effective date for deduction of SHI Funds
Nov 24, 2023 at 09:38 PM
The long-anticipated Social Health Insurance Act, 2023, which replaces the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) and establishes three new funds, officially came into effect on W...
Kenya to end deal with Cuban doctors, focus to local healthcare professionals
Oct 11, 2023 at 11:59 PM
The government of Kenya has announced a significant shift in its healthcare strategy, revealing that it will not renew its agreement with Cuban doctors....
Govt allocates Sh3 billion to KEMSA to address delays in drug supply chain
Jul 11, 2023 at 07:25 PM
The government has announced the allocation of Sh3 billion to the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) in an effort to address the persistent delays in the supply of essential ...
William Ruto launches Gava Express, availing over 5,000 Govt services online
Jun 30, 2023 at 05:58 PM
In a momentous move towards modernization, Kenyans can now access over 5,000 government services online....
NHIF beneficiaries countrywide in panic as government admits financial crisis
Jun 09, 2023 at 04:08 PM
Patients reliant on the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) in Kenya are facing a grim reality as the government admits to being financially crippled, leaving the NHIF struggling...
Health CS Nakhumicha urges striking doctors in 4 counties to resume work
Apr 20, 2023 at 06:59 PM
The Health CS, Susan Nakhumicha, has called on striking doctors to resume their duties to prevent innocent patients from suffering....
Health CS Susan Nakhumicha addresses claims of condom shortage in Kenya
Jan 04, 2023 at 03:59 PM
The Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has dismissed reports claiming that there is a shortage of condoms in the country....
Health CS Nakhumicha claims interns earn more than doctors, KMPDU is livid
Nov 03, 2022 at 06:30 PM
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has dismissed Health CS Susan Nakhumicha’s claims that medical interns earn more than doctors....