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Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale lauded “Lipa SHA Pole Pole,” as a transformative initiative, set to ensure affordable and accessible healthcare for millions of Kenyans, particularly those in the informal sector.
The model is part of the government’s new approach under Taifa Care—anchored in equity, transparency, and accountability.
“With Lipa SHA Pole Pole, contributors can pay daily, weekly, or monthly depending on their income flow.This flexible system respects how people earn and supports their access to care,” said CS Duale.
Over 1.8 million informal sector contributors have already enrolled and made payments—surpassing previous enrolment trends.
Taifa Care replaces the former health insurance model NHIF with a more inclusive structure, where 95 percent of contributions go directly to healthcare services.
SHA also ensures prompt reimbursements to hospitals by the 14th of every month, enhancing trust and service delivery.
Administrative costs under SHA are capped at 5 percent, and contributions are determined through means testing—ensuring fairness across income levels.
“Lipa SHA Pole Pole is about equal opportunity. Whether you earn daily or monthly, you are part of the national health protection system,” CS Duale emphasized during a media briefing update.
He was joined by Principal Secretaries Dr Ouma Oluga (Medical Services) and Ms Mary Muthoni (Public Health), CEO SHA Dr. Dr Mercy Mwangangi, CEO Dr Ejersa Wako, CEO DHA Eng.
Antony Lenaiyara, Director General of Health Dr Patrick Amoth among other ministry officials.
