Gov’t orders inquiry into NHIF Sacco amid members’ refund disputes
The inquiry, contained in Gazette Notice No. 15183, will also examine the Sacco’s by-laws and the conduct of current and former management committee members and officers.
The State Department for Co-operatives has mandated an inquiry into the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) Sacco Society Limited in order to assess its financial standing, governance, membership, and operations. Gazette Notice No. 15183 outlines the scope of this examination, which will also delve into the society's by-laws and scrutinize the actions of current and former members of the management committee and officers.
The government's directive follows a series of disputes raised by former NHIF Sacco members who seek refunds of funds held by the society. These complaints have been brought before the Co-operative Tribunal. In February 2025, the Tribunal ruled that Ruth Waithira Githei should receive Sh629,500, as she had withdrawn from the Sacco in September 2021.
Similarly, Florence Wanja Kariru and Lydia Wairimu Kinyua were each ordered to receive the same refund amount, after the society acknowledged their withdrawals and indicated consideration for share refunds. Additionally, Jane Wanjiku Mabuu was awarded Sh277,500 after the Tribunal recognized the validity of her claim.
This inquiry is authorized under Sections 58 and 73 of the Co-operative Societies Act. These sections empower the Commissioner for Co-operative Development to investigate a society's by-laws, financial condition, operations, and the conduct of both present and former officers and members.
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