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Kenyans find themselves at a critical juncture as the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) rollout hits turbulence. Many are being asked to pay for medical services out of pocket, with their SHIF accounts showing zero balances, despite having made contributions. at the earlier NHIF funds. as hospitals struggle with downed systems, some are reverting to the former National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) To assist needy patients. While SHIF was touted as a relief for the common mwananchi, the reality is far from that, with many discovering they are paying more than expected – beyond the promised 2.75% of their income, as the minimum deduction now stands at ksh 300.
SHIF deductions exceed the promised 2.75% income
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