Nairobi, August 8, 2025 —
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has suspended a total of 40 health facilities across the country over alleged involvement in fraudulent activities aimed at defrauding the Authority.
In a Gazette Notice released by SHA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Mercy Mwangangi on Friday, the authority confirmed that these facilities will be ineligible for any benefits or reimbursements from SHA during the suspension period.
“In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 48 (6) of the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023, the Social Health Authority gives notice to the public of the suspension of the health facilities set out in the Schedule below,” read part of the notice.
The action follows investigations by SHA into irregular billing, fake claims, and collusion to exploit the national health insurance system.
Key Suspended Facilities by County
Nairobi County
Salama Yard Medical Centre
Vebeneza Medical Centre-Tassia
ABM Specialized Hospital
Imara Healthcare Centre
Dolma Medical Center
Lengo Medical
St. Johns Hospital Ltd
Edris Premier Hospital Limited
Bristol Park Hospital Fedha
Selacare Health Services
Homa Bay County
Rachuonyo County Hospital
Kotiende Medical Centre
Nyatoto Health Centre
Queen Rivers Medical Centre
Archprime Medical Clinic Oyugis
Torics Nursing Home
Bungoma County
Nabulala Hospital
The Webuye Hospital Limited
Maxicare Sunrise Ltd Hospital
Lifecare Hospitals Bungoma Ltd
Kakamega County
Zion Ahadi Mediclinic (Butere)
Oasis Doctors Plaza Kakamega Limited
Vihiga County
St. Mark Orthodox Hospital – Chavakali
Busia County
Tanaja Hospital Limited
Brimaxxa Hospital Limited
Kajiado County
Lemayian Hospital – Kitengela
Kisumu County
Nissi Medical Centre
Dawa Front Healthcare Services
Kilifi County
Jambo Jipya Hospital – Mtwapa
Mandera County (8 facilities suspended):
Al-Masry Nursing Home Limited
Rhamu Dimtu Medical Center
Balanga Medical Center Limited
Care Connect Hospital
Al Shamsi Medical Centre Limited
Merti Nursing Home Limited
Zamzam Nursing Home – Rhamu
Nibil Nursing Home Limited
Kirinyaga County
White Rose Medical Centre
Ongoing Investigations
SHA emphasized that investigations are still ongoing, and further action may be taken depending on the outcomes. The authority also reiterated its commitment to ensuring accountability, transparency, and the integrity of Kenya’s universal healthcare system under the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023.
