GOVERNOR SANG URGES NANDI RESIDENTS TO CONTINUE REGISTERING FOR REVOLUTIONARY SHA PROGRAM
Nandi County Governor, H.E. Stephen Sang, has issued a renewed and passionate appeal to residents, emphasizing that registration with the Social Health Authority (SHA) remains an absolute priority for the county’s healthcare future. His call comes as Nandi strives to significantly boost its current SHA enrollment rate.
Speaking at the Kapsabet County Referral Hospital at the countywide launch of Measles Rubella and Typhoid Conjugate vaccination drive, Governor Sang revealed that Nandi County’s SHA registration currently stands at 47%, placing it at position 11 nationally. While acknowledging this progress, the Governor stressed that this figure is far from sufficient and urged every eligible resident yet to register to do so without further delay.
“SHA is not just another program; it is a groundbreaking and revolutionary initiative,” Governor Sang declared. “It represents a fundamental shift in how healthcare is financed and delivered in Kenya. I am confident that SHA is the key that will ultimately turn around service provision in the health sector, making quality healthcare accessible and affordable for all Kenyans.”
Highlighting the tangible benefits already being realized, Governor Sang pointed to Kapsabet County Referral Hospital as a shining local example. “Look no further than our own Kapsabet facility,” he stated. “The hospital’s services now operate 100% on the SHA framework. This demonstrates the system’s viability and its direct impact on enhancing healthcare delivery at our most critical institution.”
The Governor expressed deep gratitude to the national government for driving this transformative agenda. He specifically thanked President William Ruto’s administration and Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale for their commitment and efforts in making sure that SHA is working and laying the foundation for universal health coverage (UHC) in Kenya.
Governor Sang’s message was clear: achieving widespread SHA registration is crucial for Nandi County to fully benefit from this revolutionary system. He called upon community leaders, administrators, and every household to actively participate in mobilizing residents to register. Increased enrollment, he argued, is essential to unlock greater resources, improve healthcare infrastructure, expand services, and ensure financial protection for families facing health challenges across the county.
The push continues to move Nandi from its current 11th national position towards the top, ensuring its residents are fully integrated into Kenya’s new era of healthcare under the Social Health Authority. Residents are encouraged to visit their nearest registration point or utilize available online platforms to sign up for SHA.