SHA boss blames poor publicity for reluctance to join new scheme

Social Health Authority (SHA) headquarters at Upper Hill in Nairobi. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard]

A lack of awareness about the Social Health Authority (SHA) and its benefits has led to sluggish registration among Kenyans across the country. This issue has come to light during the ongoing mobilisation exercise led by SHA officials, the Ministry of Health and legislators.

In an interview with The Standard, SHA Chief Executive Officer Robert Ingasira explained that many Kenyans do not fully understand the scheme. He attributed the slow uptake of SHA registration to limited awareness about its benefits, particularly its tariffs.