The Ministry of Health has provided guidance for employers on transitioning their employees from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA), which will oversee the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF). This change follows the enactment of the Social Health Insurance (SHI) Act 2023.
In a public notice issued on Monday, September 16, 2024, the ministry emphasized that this transition aims to improve healthcare coverage. Under the law, all Kenyan citizens, including dependents, are required to register with SHA. The notice outlines key details about the transition process, payment deadlines, and the usage of the SHA Employer Portal.
The last NHIF admission will be Monday, September 30, 2024. Contributions made on or before October 9, 2024, will be credited to NHIF, while payments made from November 9, 2024 onwards will be credited to SHA.
Employers can manage SHIF contributions through the SHA Employer Portal at https://sha.go.ke. This portal allows employers to:
- Register employees and their dependents with SHA.
- Submit SHIF contributions on behalf of employees.
- Generate reports and statements.
Steps to Access and Use the Portal:
- Create an account: Visit the SHA website and set up an employer account.
- Verify account: Follow the provided instructions to verify your account.
- Add employees: Input employee details to register them with SHA.
- Make contributions: Use the portal to submit SHIF contributions promptly.
Employers must ensure all employees are registered with SHA by October 1, 2024, and meet payment deadlines to avoid penalties or interruptions in employee healthcare coverage. For any clarifications / support kindly reach us at bkamau@mgkconsult.co.ke.
