Boardroom wrangles, insurance row cripple Nairobi hospital
Nairobi Hospital Suspends New Medical Fees Amid Dispute With Insurers - August 2025
The Nairobi Hospital has announced the immediate suspension of its recently implemented new medical fees. This decision followed consultations with insurance partners, after major insurers withdrew their services in response to the fee increase. A leadership crisis is deepening at the hospital, with reports indicating 12 insurance companies have withdrawn services. The ongoing dispute and leadership power struggle continue to negatively impact patients, who are now forced to seek medical care elsewhere. The situation highlights a significant challenge in the healthcare sector, affecting access to services despite the price freeze.