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September 18, 2026
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Ruto: 138,000 police, prison officers get expanded health cover

Ruto: 138,000 police, prison officers get expanded health cover

More than 138,000 police and prison officers and their eligible dependants have been brought under a dedicated medical scheme as the Government expands healthcare access for security officers through Usalama Cover under the Social Health Authority...

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President William Ruto announced that over 138,000 police and prison officers, along with their dependants, now have expanded health coverage through the Usalama Cover initiative under the Social Health Authority.

  • 138,000 police and prison officers and their dependants are now covered.
  • The expanded health cover is provided by the Social Health Authority and administered through Usalama Cover.
  • The provider network has grown significantly from 973 to over 8,000 facilities nationwide, offering a wider range of services including mental health support.

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