Also known as: UHC
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… Audio By Vocalize Kenyans have been urged to embrace preventive healthcare measures and take an active role in managing their health to support the country's journey towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC). …
PS Omollo calls for personal responsibility in healthcare to boost UHCCapital News
NAIROBI,Kenya June 11 – The government has proposed a Sh177.2 billion allocation to the health sector in the 2026/27 financial year, with Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi saying the funding will accelerate the rollout of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and strengthen access …
Government Allocates Sh177.2 Billion to Health Sector in Push for Universal Health CoverageCapital News
… AIROBI, Kenya, June 11 — Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has announced that more than 31.2 million Kenyans have so far registered under the Social Health Authority (SHA), marking a major expansion in health insurance coverage under the government’s Universal Health Coverage …
Over 31mn Kenyans Registered Under SHA as Govt Moves to Clear NHIF DebtsThe Standard
… This comes amid reductions in donor support.The allocation represents an increase of Sh37.5 billion from the current financial year, as the government seeks to accelerate the rollout of Universal Health Coverage (UHC), a key flagship agenda under the Kenya Kwanza administration. …
Health spending plan rises to Sh175.5 billion amid donor cutsCitizen Digital
… mbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); He noted that the APPM dovetails with Kenya's ongoing health sector reforms under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) and Universal Health Coverage …
Kenya, Africa CDC deepen ties on pooled drug procurement, local manufacturingCapital News
… he Social Health Authority has announced an expansion of key health benefit packages, including free maternity services at primary healthcare facilities and increased cancer treatment coverage, in what the government says is part of efforts to strengthen Universal Health Coverage …
SHA Boosts Maternity and Cancer Care Funding in Major Universal Health Coverage PushThe Standard
… Speaking during the International Nurses Week 2026 celebrations at The Nairobi Hospital, Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni described nurses as the backbone of Kenya’s healthcare system and key players in achieving Universal Health Coverage …
PS hails nurses as the backbone of healthcare systemThe Standard
… On health, the summit reaffirmed support for Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and resilient health systems through stronger primary healthcare, equitable access and reduced financial hardship.Delegates also committed to improving pandemic preparedness, strengthening laboratory and …
Inside the 11-point Africa Forward 2026 Summit declarationInterior PS Dr. Raymond Omollo has called on Kenyans to embrace preventive healthcare measures and take an active role in managing their health to support the country's journey towards Universal Health Coverage, emphasizing that healthcare is a shared responsibility involving citizens, healthcare professionals, and the government.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior PS Dr. Raymond Omollo has called on Kenyans to embrace preventive healthcare measures and take an active role in managing their health to support the country's journey towards Universal Health Coverage, emphasizing that healthcare is a shared responsibility involving citizens, healthcare professionals, and the government.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Treasury has proposed a Sh177.2 billion allocation to the health sector in the 2026/27 financial year to accelerate Universal Health Coverage rollout and strengthen access to essential healthcare services. Major allocations include Sh19.1 billion for Primary Health Care Funds, Sh8.6 billion for UHC staff, Sh18.5 billion for disease prevention programmes, and Sh6.4 billion for vaccines and immunisation initiatives.
11 June 2026 · Capital News →
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced that more than 31.2 million Kenyans have registered under the Social Health Authority (SHA), replacing the defunct NHIF as part of the government's Universal Health Coverage programme. The transition marks a significant increase from the approximately eight million previously covered under NHIF, supported by 228 Primary Care Networks, 107,831 Community Health Promoters, and 16,810 deployed medical interns.
11 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's health docket has been allocated Sh175.5 billion in the 2026/27 Budget Estimates, a Sh37.5 billion increase from the current year, as the government accelerates Universal Health Coverage rollout amid reductions in donor support.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has pledged to deepen collaboration with the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention to support the African Pooled Procurement Mechanism and promote African-made medicines, vaccines, and health products. Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga said Kenya remains committed to supporting continental initiatives that improve access to affordable, quality, and essential health commodities.
2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Social Health Authority has expanded health benefit packages to include free maternity services at primary healthcare facilities and increased cancer treatment coverage, following directives from President Ruto and findings from public participation data. Facilities will receive Sh10,000 for normal delivery and Sh30,000 for caesarean sections.
12 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Public Health Principal Secretary has praised nurses for their critical role in delivering healthcare and achieving Universal Health Coverage, noting that nurses manage nearly 75 per cent of Level Two and Level Three health facilities. The Government reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the profession through improved training, working conditions, and career growth.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →
African leaders and French representatives adopted the Africa Forward 2026 Summit Declaration in Nairobi, outlining a partnership agenda focused on peace, agriculture, health, energy, digital transformation, and economic growth based on mutual respect and co-development. The declaration emphasizes African-led security solutions, agricultural transformation, UN Security Council reform, and cooperation on climate-smart practices and terrorism prevention.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →