NAIROBI– Health Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today held a consultative meeting with the Council of Governors (CoG) Health Committee, led by Wajir Governor and CoG Health Chairperson Ahmed Abdullahi, to deliberate on emerging issues in the health sector.
Key among the matters discussed were the implementation and rollout of the Social Health Authority (SHA), digitization of the health system, and the absorption of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff—areas critical to the effective delivery of healthcare services and the realization of national health reforms.
The meeting reached consensus on several key issues. It was agreed that the Digital Health Agency will assess and consider operational health information systems within the counties and expedite the digitalization of all health facilities across Kenya’s 47 counties.
This is expected to support the implementation of ongoing and future health initiatives.
On the SHA, the meeting agreed that the Authority would consider increased allocation for emergency, chronic, and critical illness cases. In addition, resources will be set aside for the training and capacity building of Level 2 and Level 5 health facility in-charges on registration processes, system optimization, and SHA product offerings.
These measures are aligned with the broader goals of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), which aims to enhance the resilience and responsiveness of Kenya’s health system.
CS Duale reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to ensuring the health and well-being of all Kenyans, noting that partnerships with county governments remain central to effective health service delivery. He also emphasized the importance of integrity, transparency, and accountability in the health sector.
The Cabinet Secretary further highlighted the critical role of human resources in the rollout of the Taifa Care Model and pledged to work closely with counties to address related challenges.
The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Ms. Mary Muthoni, Principal Secretary for Medical Services Mr. Harry Kimtai, and Director General for Health Dr. Patrick Amoth.
Also present were CoG Vice Chairperson and Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga, alongside other senior officials.
