Health CS Susan Nakhumicha during a meeting with the Joint committee of the National Assembly and the Senate Health Committee scrutinizing the new SHIF health scheme at the Argyle Hotel in Machakos on February 27, 2024 [Boniface Okendo, Standard]
In Kenya, access to quality and affordable healthcare remains a significant challenge, particularly for persons with disabilities. The introduction of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) presents a potential solution, but its effectiveness in addressing the healthcare needs of individuals with disabilities is debated.