There’s a significant advancement in Kenya’s healthcare system, particularly for individuals facing the challenges of cancer. The government, through the Social Health Authority (SHA), has made a crucial enhancement to the annual oncology (cancer management) package, now set at Ksh 550,000 per patient.
This increased support, effective from April 1st, 2025, is structured to provide comprehensive financial assistance. Specifically, Ksh 400,000 will be accessible through the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) program, with an additional Ksh 150,000 available through the Emergency, Critical and Chronic Illness Fund (ECCIF). This expansion is designed to ensure that members receive the necessary care and support during a difficult time.
Furthermore, critical care services, including ICU and HDU, have also seen substantial improvement, with daily coverage increasing from Ksh 4,000 to Ksh 28,000. This adjustment highlights the government’s dedication to making essential healthcare services both accessible and adequately funded. In light of these advancements, the National Cancer Institute of Kenya strongly encourages all Kenyan citizens to register for the SHA, thereby securing their access to these vital medical care provisions.
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