Mwanaisha Chidzuga -DGS

Following the directives of H.E. President @WilliamsRuto during the State of the Nation Address and the resolutions of the 12th Summit, the Government has officially enhanced the Social Health Authority (SHA) Benefit Packages under Legal Notice No. 78 of 2026, marking a major milestone in our journey towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC). These reforms are designed to protect the health, dignity and financial well-being of every Kenyan by expanding access to critical healthcare services. Under the enhanced package, all registered SHA beneficiaries will now access free maternity services at Level 2 and Level 3 primary healthcare facilities on a walk-in, walk-out basis. The cover includes both normal deliveries and caesarean sections, fully financed through the Primary Healthcare Fund, easing the burden on expectant mothers and advancing safe motherhood across the country. To strengthen cancer care and shield families from catastrophic medical costs, the annual Cancer Benefits Package has been increased from KES 550,000 to KES 800,000. The expanded cover includes oncology consultations, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, advanced diagnostic services such as CT scans, MRI and PET scans, specialized treatment options including Brachytherapy and SBRT/SBRS, as well as supportive care services. In addition, the Government has introduced dedicated support for patients living with sickle cell disease. The package now covers apheresis platelets at KES 20,000 and Red Cell exchange at KES 70,000, each accessible up to three times within a policy period. These interventions reaffirm our commitment to building an inclusive, responsive and people-centred healthcare system where no Kenyan is left behind.