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The CS explained that the directive was informed by the confusion among Kenyans over the new health cover.

Public Service CS Justin Muturi has directed all Huduma Centers to establish desks for the Social Health Authority (SHA).

In a statement dated Monday, December 2, the CS noted that there had been confusion among Kenyans over the new health cover.

Consequently, he explained that the desks would enable Kenyans to get services related to the new health insurance coverage.

Apart from registration, the special desks will also help Kenyans seek information regarding SHA.

File image of Public Service CS Justin Muturi at the Kapsabet Huduma Centre in Nandi County.

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"I recognize that there has been confusion around SHIF and the Social Health Authority (SHA)," read the statement in part.

"To bridge this gap, I have directed that all Huduma Centres across the country establish SHIF desks, ensuring every Kenyan can easily access information and register."

SHA, a plan developed by President William Ruto's government, was officially rolled out on October 1, 2024.

As of November 21, 14 million Kenyans had registered for the new health cover dubbed as Taifa Care. Additionally, to drive up the uptake, the government rolled out door-to-door registration.