The Ministry of Health has announced a full waiver of medical bills for all patients injured during the June 17 and June 25 anti-government protests. This compassionate directive includes the Ksh815,805 bill for Boniface Kariuki, the slain mask vendor who tragically spent five days in the Intensive Care Unit at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) before succumbing to a gunshot injury.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale confirmed the waiver, directing KNH to charge all the incurred medical expenses directly to the hospital's Disaster Emergency Fund. "The recent demonstrations in Nairobi on June 17 and 25, 2025, resulted in injuries and emotional distress for many Kenyans.
As a Ministry, our hearts go out to all those affected, and we remain committed to ensuring they receive the care and support they need," Duale stated.
An undated picture of the emergency entrance at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH).
