Health & life insurance in Kenya: all guides

Health & life · KenyaSHA registration: the complete guide (online, *147#, documents, dependants)Step by step: online, *147# or Huduma — documents, dependants, means testing, payment and what SHA covers.8 min read · Updated 23 September 2026

Health & life · KenyaSHA contribution calculator: how much you pay each month2.75% of income, minimum KES 300 a month, no ceiling — calculate it, plus due dates and the 2% penalty.2 min read · Updated 23 September 2026

Health & life · KenyaHealth insurance in Kenya: SHA contributions and private coverSHA replaced NHIF in October 2024: 2.75% of income, KES 300 minimum. Where private cover fits.2 min read · Updated 23 September 2026

Health & life · KenyaSHA vs private medical insurance in Kenya: what each coversCompulsory SHA vs optional private cover: price, waiting periods, hospitals — and when to combine them.2 min read · Updated 23 September 2026

Health & life · KenyaLife insurance in Kenya: types of policy and who sells themTerm, whole life, education policies — and the 22 life insurers licensed for 2026.2 min read · Updated 23 September 2026