The Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, today presided over the official flag-off of the SHA Rapid Results Employer Compliance Initiative.
The campaign begins in Nairobi and targets recovery of over KES 3 billion in unpaid statutory contributions from more than 12,900 formal sector employers.
“This is not about punishment—it is about responsibility,” said Dr. Oluga, urging employers to comply with the 2.75% statutory deduction, remitted by the 9th of every month, as required by law. The funds are essential for paying hospitals and ensuring uninterrupted healthcare services.
He noted that the government has already taken up full responsibility for primary healthcare through the Primary Healthcare Fund, while the Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness Fund provides additional coverage for complex conditions—both administered by SHA.
The PS reiterated that SHA now operates a digital, transparent, and accountable system, capable of tracking employer contributions and flagging non-compliance in real time. He also highlighted Lipa SHA Pole Pole, a flexible instalment option for informal sector contributors.
Employers who fail to comply despite engagement will be subjected to enforcement measures in accordance with the law.
These actions are necessary to uphold fairness and protect the integrity of Kenya’s public health insurance system.
The compliance initiative will expand to Kiambu, Kajiado, and other counties over the coming months.
“This is a new SHA, with a new mandate and a new way of doing things. Let us each do our part in building a health system that works for all,” said Dr. Oluga.
