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Government releases Sh 9 Billion to SHA to address outstanding NHIF bills in facilities

The government has released Ksh 9 billion to the Social Health Authority (SHA) to address outstanding bills incurred by healthcare facilities under the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF). The move comes 29 days after the rollout of SHA. According to Principal Secretary for Medical Services Mr. Harry Kimtai, the funds will be disbursed to facilities […]

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Dandelion Africa NGO lauded for advancing Nakuru County Health Agenda

Dandelion Africa NGO has been lauded for contribution towards advancing Nakuru County Health Agenda. This was noted when a team from Dandelion Africa NGO led by Executive Director Wendo Aszed paid a courtesy call to Nakuru County Executive Committee Member for Health Roslyn Mungai and her health leadership team. The CECM commended the Mogotio based […]

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County flags off drugs with measures in place to ensure accountability in delivery to facilities

Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has reiterated her commitment towards improving healthcare services across the County. In her speech read by Deputy Governor David Kones on Thursday October 24, 2024 during flagging off of medical drugs and commodities, Governor Kihika pointed out that her Administration will continue to do all that pertains in ensuring better services […]

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Governor Kihika: NHIF-SHIF Transition Strains Healthcare Delivery in Nakuru County

The technical and policy challenges experienced during the transfer and implementation of the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) and specifically the Linda Mama program to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) have affected the quality of healthcare service delivery in Nakuru County. Launched in 2013 under former President Uhuru Kenyatta, Linda Mama program was designed […]

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Dandelion Africa Executive Director Wendo Aszed among key note speakers at 2024 CORE Group Global Health Practitioners Conference

Dandelion Africa Executive Director Wendo Aszed is expected to be among key note speakers at 2024 CORE Group Global Health Practitioners Conference. Wendo Aszed who is the founder of Dandelion Africa NGO has been on the forefront in advocating for easy access to healthcare services by vulnerable communities, women and girls at rural areas. Through […]

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Rani Ramchandani Foundation joins well wishers in marking White Cane safety Day

Rani Ramchandani Foundation joined other charity organizations in marking White Cane safety Day. Under this year’s theme “Promoting Inclusion: Celebrating Abilities and Advocating Access for People,”. Founder Rani Ramchandani Foundation Rani Ramchandani who is also the President Lions Club of Menengai highlighted commitment to empowering individuals with visual impairments. She added that through partnership with […]

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A one-week plastic surgery camp happening at Nakuru Level 5 Hospital

Nakuru Level 5 Hospital, in collaboration with Mission Plasticos, a team of surgeons from California, USA, is excited to announce a specialized Plastic Surgery Camp. This camp aims to provide life-changing, very complex surgeries and treatments for various conditions. The camp offers a unique opportunity for individuals in need of specialized care to receive expert […]

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Nakuru Health docket on a move to fast-track key health projects

The Health docket in Nakuru has expressed commitment towards fast-tracking key health projects across the county. Thus was affirmed as the County’s Department of Health held the Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) Committee meeting on Monday October 14, 2024 to fast-track the delivery of key health projects. The committee, formed to oversee progress, is driving the […]

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Maina Wakabura shares information to enlighten Kenyans on Social Health Authority

From NHIF to SHA (Social Health Authority) Four Bills accented by President Ruto last year under the Social Health Authority Bill have presented to us SHA. They are; 1.Social Health Insurance Bill 2.Digital Health Bill 3.Facility Improvement Financing Bill 4.Primary Health Care Bill Another Bill in the various stages of Parliament is the Quality Authority […]

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Nakuru County commended for onboarding dialysis patients denied services in private facilities during SHA transition

Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Barasa has commended Nakuru County for its proactive role in onboarding dialysis patients previously denied services by private healthcare facilities during the transition from NHIF to SHIF financing model. Speaking during a courtesy call to Deputy Governor David Kones at the County Headquarters, Dr. Barasa reiterated the government’s commitment to […]

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