Ministry of Health

Friday 24 April

1. Speaker Wetangula urges Health Ministry to address teachers' SHA challenges0:38

   National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has urged the Ministry of Health to address challenges teachers are facing under the Social Health Authority medical scheme, saying the issues preventing them from accessing quality medical services are valid and need practical solutions. Teachers have expressed frustration with the scheme, citing high out-of-pocket costs, lack of comprehensive cover compared to previous schemes, and calling for removal of co-payments and better access to specialized care.

   11 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

2. Wetang'ula calls on Health Ministry to address SHA problems for teachers0:33

   National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called on the Ministry of Health to urgently address challenges affecting teachers under the Social Health Authority medical scheme, acknowledging concerns around high out-of-pocket expenses, limited access to specialised treatment, and reduced coverage benefits. Legislators have vowed to push for reforms in Parliament to ensure the scheme works effectively for educators.

   14 hours ago · Capital News →