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HomeDaily NewsTuesday, March 31, 2026SHA Assumes Police, Prison Officers Medical Cover From April 1 - March 2026
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SHA Assumes Police, Prison Officers Medical Cover From April 1 - March 2026

The Social Health Authority (SHA) will officially take over the medical cover for police and prison officers from April 1, 2026, integrating these services under the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF). This transition aims to ensure continuity of care for officers and their eligible dependents. In a related development, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has refuted claims by DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua regarding a KSh90 billion debt owed to faith-based health facilities by SHA. Meanwhile, the Inua Jamii programme has disbursed Ksh2,000 to over 430,000 vulnerable households across Kenya, with payments beginning on March 31 following the government's release of Ksh860 million.

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Tuesday 8:59 AMKenyans

SHA Takes Over Police, Prison Officers’ Medical Cover From April 1

SHA Takes Over Police, Prison Officers’ Medical Cover From April 1

The Social Health Authority (SHA) will officially take over the medical cover for police and prison officers from April 1, 2026. This transition aims to integrate these services under the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF), ensuring continuity of care for officers and their eligible dependents.

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The Social Health Authority (SHA) will officially take over the medical cover for police and prison officers from April 1, 2026. This transition aims to integrate these services under the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF), ensuring continuity of care for officers and their eligible dependents.

  • Coverage extends to all officers of the National Police Service (NPS) and the Kenya Prison Service (KPS), along with their eligible dependents.
  • The initiative is a directive from President William Ruto, aligning with the administration's agenda for Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
  • A dedicated hotline, 0800 720 601, and liaison officers have been established to facilitate a smooth transition and address any inquiries.
Monday 9:50 PMCapital NewsFirst

Duale rebukes Gachagua Over KSh90B Health Debt Allegations

Duale rebukes Gachagua Over KSh90B Health Debt Allegations

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has refuted claims made by DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua regarding a KSh90 billion debt owed to faith-based health facilities by the Social Health Authority (SHA).

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Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has refuted claims made by DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua regarding a KSh90 billion debt owed to faith-based health facilities by the Social Health Authority (SHA).

  • KSh18.18 billion, representing 78 percent of submitted health claims, has been processed and paid by the SHA over 19 months.
  • Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale stated that KSh1.43 billion in claims were rejected due to suspected fraud, and KSh2.36 billion returned for correction.
  • KSh1.15 billion has been disbursed to 448 faith-based facilities under the Primary Health Care (PHC) program.
Tuesday 7:02 AMKenyans

Ministry Releases Ksh 860M to 430,000 Households

Ministry Releases Ksh 860M to 430,000 Households

The Inua Jamii programme has disbursed Ksh2,000 to over 430,000 vulnerable households across Kenya to support orphans and children in need. Payments began on Tuesday, March 31, following the government's release of Ksh860 million.

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The Inua Jamii programme has disbursed Ksh2,000 to over 430,000 vulnerable households across Kenya to support orphans and children in need. Payments began on Tuesday, March 31, following the government's release of Ksh860 million.

  • A total of 430,198 households will receive Ksh2,000 each.
  • The Ministry of Gender, Culture, and Children Services confirmed the disbursement through the State Department for Children Services.
  • Funds will be disbursed via mobile money through the e-Citizen platform, accessible by dialling *222#.
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