A group of Kenya Kwanza leaders has vigorously defended the government’s rollout of the Social Health Insurance Authority (SHA) amid mounting criticism.
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wa and President William Ruto’s aide, Farouk Kibet, emphasized SHA's importance in transforming Kenyans' healthcare access.
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After attending a St. Paul II Chepterwai Catholic Church service, the leaders urged citizens to embrace the SHA program, designed to provide affordable and high-quality healthcare services while alleviating financial burdens.
“We encourage Kenyans to disregard the misinformation being spread by some leaders and register in large numbers to benefit from this life-changing initiative,” Ichung’wa said.
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At a separate event in Khwisero, Kakamega County, Ichung’wa urged politicians to actively educate the public about the program’s advantages, calling for a unified effort to promote the SHA initiative. He criticized detractors, accusing them of complicating in the corruption scandals that previously plagued the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA), where millions of shillings were reportedly lost.
The Majority Leader also dismissed recent criticism over church leaders visiting State House, defending the visits as a legitimate engagement facilitated by President William Ruto.
“State House is open to anyone with the blessings of the President,” Ichung’wa remarked.
Khwisero MP Christopher Aseka and Matungu MP Peter Nabulindo supported the call, urging Kenyans to register for the SHA program. They dismissed opposition to the initiative as politically driven, reiterating its significance in delivering universal healthcare.
“This initiative is a crucial step towards ensuring that all Kenyans can access healthcare without financial challenges,” the MPs affirmed.
