The Ministry of Health is facing growing scrutiny over the Social Health Authority (SHA) and the Social Health Insurance Fund (Shif), amid revelations that powerful individuals, rather than the government, control the scheme.
Despite the ministry's authoritative position, its role appears to have been reduced to merely implementing directives in what is emerging as a well-crafted scheme benefiting a select few at the expense of millions of Kenyans.
On Wednesday, Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa seemed to rush through questions she was asked despite calling for the press to respond to concerns raised by Kenyans.
When asked about SHA's ownership, Barasa sidestepped the question. "I believe the president addressed that yesterday...
