SHIF Unveiled: 12 Key Benefits of the New Medical Scheme You Need to Know

SHIF Unveiled: 12 Key Benefits of the New Medical Scheme You Need to Know

The Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) replaces the 57-year-old National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). NHIF underwent numerous reforms to enhance its effectiveness and accommodate Kenyans’ changing healthcare needs. In 2021, the agency introduced new contribution rates, ranging from a minimum of Sh150 to a maximum of Sh1,700 for employees SHIF seeks to ensure equity and … Read more

The New NHIF; What SHIF Will Entail

The New NHIF; What SHIF Will Entail

According to the regulations published by Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha, Kenyans will be mandated to enter the new health insurance scheme (SHIF). When accessing government services such as student loans from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), government jobs, motor vehicle registration services, and the acquisition of tax compliance certificates among others Proof of … Read more