Kindiki sets August 2027 target for universal SHA registration
Prof. Kindiki said the government is targeting 40 million SHA registrations by the end of the year, up from the 32 million people registered over the past two years.
NAIROBI, Kenya - Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced an ambitious goal of achieving universal SHA registration by August 2027, aiming to register all 40 million Kenyans by the end of the year. Speaking at the Kenya Health Summit, Kindiki emphasized that the Social Health Authority (SHA) registration is a crucial step towards universal healthcare coverage under the Taifa Care program.
He highlighted the government's efforts to expand the healthcare workforce, improve remuneration, and upgrade health facilities to meet growing demand. The Deputy President noted that Kenya's healthcare coverage has reached 60 percent, a significant improvement compared to other countries. He also spoke about the deployment of 24,573 healthcare interns, sponsorship of 262 medical registrars, and recruitment of an additional 5,000 nurses and midwives.
The government has also introduced 107,000 Community Health Promoters (CHPs) to serve as the first point of contact between communities and the healthcare system, conducting basic health assessments and guiding patients on appropriate medical care. Kindiki reiterated the government's commitment to ensuring that every Kenyan has access to quality and affordable medical services, emphasizing the importance of a health system that works for every county and every citizen.
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