Deputy President Kithure Kindiki criticized the opposition's plan to scrap the Social Health Authority (SHA) and reinstate the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF), calling it misguided. He highlighted that SHA currently benefits 29 million Kenyans, a significant increase from the 7.5 million covered by NHIF.

• Most important fact or figure: SHA covers 29 million Kenyans, compared to NHIF's 7.5 million.
• Key person or organization involved: Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and the unnamed opposition leaders.
• Notable detail that adds context: Kericho Governor Dr. Erick Mutai confirmed SHA reimbursed Maemba Dispensary Sh1.2 million and Kericho County Sh72 million in the last cycle.