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During the flag-off ceremony, Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale said the project demonstrates Kenya’s dedication to building a strong oxygen system while advancing the country’s path toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
Speaking on Saturday, November 1, 2025, Duale urged young Muslims to live harmoniously within the Kenyan society and reflect the positive teachings of their faith through their character and actions.
The proposal, aimed at easing the financial strain on thousands of patients, was revealed by SHA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Mercy Mwangangi when she appeared before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health.
The CS reminded staff that transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct are essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring the effective delivery of healthcare services.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said the strategies mark a major step in integrating climate action into Kenya’s health and development agenda.
According to Duale, the Social Health Insurance Regulations, 2025 stipulate that all verifiable claims should be settled within 90 days from the date of submission.
In a statement by the Ministry of Health, Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale unveiled the initiative at the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) headquarters, describing it as a major milestone in the country’s health transformation journey and a critical step toward early detection, improved treatment, and progress toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
Duale said the inclusion of mental health under Taifa Care reflects the government’s commitment to equitable, inclusive, and sustainable healthcare, ensuring that no Kenyan is left behind.
Duale explained the government’s commitment to strengthening human resources in the health sector, a key step towards delivering quality health services to all Kenyans under the UHC initiative.
Duale told reporters that the discussions produced “groundbreaking resolutions” that align private sector coverage with government health reforms
Duale said the Ministry of Health is committed to ensuring that every health worker from community oral health officers to specialist surgeons is well-trained and competent
Kuria questioned the appropriateness of senior government officials making such declarations outside the bounds of immigration authority