State sets aside Sh1 billion to clear NHIF pending bills

Health CS Susan Nakhumicha addressing the media at Afya House on March 18, 2024 after meeting KMPDU officials over the standoff of UHC and Intern posting. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]

Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha, has announced that the government will disburse Sh1 billion to the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) to clear pending bills.

Nakhumicha also assured Kenyans of a smooth transition from NHIF to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF).