Current Social Health Authority (SHA) contracts for county public health facilities are set to expire on October 14, 2026. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the expiry via his official X account on October 5, 2026. The government is completing the transition to a new contracting framework covering the period from 2026 to 2029.
The expiry marks the end of the existing contracts that have governed the operation of public health facilities. The new framework aims to streamline service delivery and improve resource allocation. Duale emphasized that the transition is part of broader efforts to modernize the health sector. No immediate replacement for the expiring contracts has been announced.
The change comes amid ongoing discussions about the sustainability of public health infrastructure. Previous contracts have faced challenges including funding shortfalls and operational inefficiencies. The new framework is expected to address these issues through better oversight and performance metrics. The exact details of the new contracts remain under review.
