Govt Targets 30 Million Kenyans under SHA by December: DP Kindiki

Kindiki encouraged Kenyans to continue enrolling as he welcomed the growing interest in taking up the cover. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that over 26 million Kenyans have registered for the SHA medical cover, with the government targeting 30 million by December and full coverage by 2027. He encouraged further enrollment, emphasizing that 1.5 million Kenyans will receive subsidized services.

Over 26 million Kenyans are currently registered for SHA cover.
The government aims for 30 million registrations by December and 55 million by 2027.
1.5 million Kenyans will access SHA services without contributions due to their economic status.
242,000 residents in Laikipia County have registered against a target of 591,000.
The government is also undertaking various development projects in Laikipia County, including 12 modern markets, affordable housing, and expanding electricity connections with an allocation of Sh720 million.
Kindiki highlighted improved security in Laikipia, attributing it to increased police presence and special units.

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