Senators summon SHA boss as governors push for NHIF-Kemsa debt swap

Currently, only Mombasa and Makueni do not have pending bills with Kemsa

by JULIUS OTIENO

News04 July 2025 - 04:57

Mercy Mwangangi

Parliament has turned the spotlight on the Social Health Authority over delays in remitting billions of shillings owed to county health facilities, a crisis now threatening healthcare delivery across the country.

The Senate Public Investments and Special Funds Committee has resolved to summon SHA CEO Mercy Mwangangi to appear before it and provide a detailed status report, payment schedule, and outstanding balances owed to the 47 counties.

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