Kenya’s Transition to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF): What You Need to Know
Kenya is on the verge of a transformative healthcare shift with the launch of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) in October 2024, replacing the long-standing National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). This new initiative aims to expand access to healthcare services for all citizens, marking a significant step towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). What is SHIF? The SHIF is a government-driven initiative designed to provide comprehensive health coverage for Kenyans. It replaces NHIF, a system that, while in place for 58 years, struggled to fully meet the healthcare needs…
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