At least 91 percent of healthcare facilities in Kenya contracted by Social Health Authority (SHA) are experiencing financial challenges, with many facing difficulties in paying staff, sourcing essential medications, or covering operational costs, according to a new report.
The report by the Rural and Urban Private Hospitals Association of Kenya (Rupha) reveals that delayed payments by government entities is the main reason for the institutions' inability to fulfil their basic financial obligations between April and May 2025, including paying suppliers, servicing debts and maintaining critical services.
