President William Ruto defended the Social Health Authority (SHA) payments during a speech at the KICC on August 18, 2026. He dismissed allegations that hospitals are paying a private “ghost company” billions of shillings for digital health management services. Ruto emphasized that the cost of the digital platform used to administer SHA services is covered.
Geoffrey Mosiria, a government defender, raised concerns about the effectiveness of SHA, urging Ruto to independently assess the program. Mosiria highlighted issues including cash payments, system failures, and limited healthcare access. His comments come as scrutiny over the SHA’s operations intensifies.
The debate reflects growing public and political pressure on the government to ensure transparency and efficiency in healthcare funding. With reports of system breakdowns and financial irregularities, the SHA remains under close watch.
The situation underscores the challenges of implementing digital health solutions in a complex political and administrative environment. As calls for accountability grow, the government faces mounting pressure to address these concerns.
