Over 4000 community health promoters (CHPs) in Kakamega County are to be registered and fully covered under the Social Health Authority (SHA).
Governor Fernandes Barasa also pledged to fully pay their monthly contributions as part of a broader initiative to strengthen primary healthcare services and as an appreciation of their hard work.
The governor committed Thursday while presiding over the official distribution of drugs and non-pharmaceutical supplies to public health facilities in Malava Sub County.
Governor Barasa praised the dedication and sacrifice of CHPs, who he said have remained the heartbeat of healthcare service delivery at the grassroots level.
He emphasized that their unwavering commitment to patient care, community health education, and disease prevention deserves recognition and tangible support from the government.
“As a county, we will ensure that the 4,250 CHPs are registered under SHA and that their monthly contributions are paid for in full. This is a token of appreciation for the critical role they play in our health sector,” said Governor Barasa.
The governor also encouraged the health workers to continue promoting the SHA program within their jurisdiction by registering more residents.
He noted that increased registration would enhance access to affordable and reliable healthcare services across the country, especially in rural and underserved areas.
“Let’s continue to talk about the important work we are doing and educate more people on the benefits of SHA. The more residents we register, the closer we get to achieving universal health coverage in Kakamega,” he added.
The distribution of medical and non-pharmaceutical supplies is part of ongoing county efforts to ensure that all health facilities are well-stocked and equipped to deliver quality services.
By John Ochanda
