The Social Health Authority (SHA) has suspended 45 health facilities across Kenya from receiving payments under the new Social Health Insurance Act, 2023. This action was announced by SHA Chief Executive Officer, Mercy Mwangangi, in a gazette notice dated August 26, though the duration of the suspension remains unclear.

• A total of 45 hospitals have been suspended, primarily private healthcare facilities.
• Mercy Mwangangi, CEO of the Social Health Authority (SHA), issued the suspension notice.
• Mandera county had the highest number of suspended facilities with 10, followed by Kisii with 7. Nairobi only had one facility suspended.