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SHA Boosts Maternity and Cancer Cover in Major UHC Reform Drive

By Ahmed Salat Ali | AARAN TV KE 

The Government has unveiled sweeping reforms to the Social Health Authority (SHA) benefit packages, significantly expanding access to essential healthcare services in a major step toward achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC).

The reforms, announced under Legal Notice No. 78 of 2026, follow directives issued by President William Samoei Ruto during the State of the Nation Address, as well as resolutions adopted at the 12th Summit.

Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale said the enhanced package is aimed at protecting the health, dignity, and financial well-being of all Kenyans by broadening access to critical medical services.

“These reforms reaffirm the Government’s commitment to building an inclusive, responsive, and people-centred healthcare system where no Kenyan is left behind,” said Duale.

Under the revised package, all registered SHA beneficiaries will now access free maternity services at Level 2 and Level 3 primary healthcare facilities on a walk-in, walk-out basis. The programme will fully cater for both normal deliveries and caesarean sections through the Primary Healthcare Fund.

Health officials say the move is expected to ease the financial burden on expectant mothers while strengthening maternal healthcare services and promoting safe motherhood across the country.

In a major boost to cancer treatment, the Government has increased the annual Cancer Benefits Package from KES 550,000 to KES 800,000. The expanded package will cover oncology consultations, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and advanced diagnostic procedures, including CT scans, MRI scans, and PET scans.

The revised cover also includes specialised treatment options such as brachytherapy and SBRT/SBRS, alongside supportive care services aimed at improving the quality of life for cancer patients.

The Government has further introduced targeted support for patients living with sickle cell disease. Under the new arrangement, the package will cater for apheresis platelets at KES 20,000 and Red Cell Exchange at KES 70,000, with each service accessible up to three times within a policy period.

According to the Ministry of Health, the reforms are intended to cushion families from catastrophic medical expenses while ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare services across the country.

“The enhanced SHA package marks a major milestone in Kenya’s healthcare transformation agenda and strengthens the country’s resolve to deliver affordable and accessible healthcare for all,” Duale stated.

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