Ministry of Health waives medical bills for Nairobi protest victims
According to the Ministry of Health, the decision was made in response to the physical injuries and emotional trauma experienced by protest victims.
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has announced that all medical bills for individuals injured during the recent anti-government protests in Nairobi will be fully waived.
The demonstrations, which took place on June 17 and 25, 2025, left several Kenyans injured and in need of hospital care.
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In a statement, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale directed the management of Kenyatta National Hospital to cancel all outstanding medical fees for patients injured during the protests.
CS Duale said the costs would be covered by the hospital’s disaster emergency fund.
According to MoH, the decision was made in response to the physical injuries and emotional trauma experienced by protest victims.
“I have directed the management of Kenyatta National Hospital to waive all medical bills for patients injured during the protests and charge them to the hospital's Disaster Emergency Fund,” said Duale.
The ministry stated that it remains committed to ensuring that all affected individuals receive the medical care and support they need during their recovery.
“As a ministry, our hearts go out to all those affected, and we remain committed to ensuring they receive the care and support they need,” he said.
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) released a report stating that by June 27, the June 25 protests had resulted in 19 deaths, 531 injuries, 179 arrests, and 15 enforced disappearances.
The report also recorded five cases of sexual violence, including rapes and gang rapes.
The demonstrations marked the anniversary of last year's deadly protests over the contentious Finance Bill 2024, which saw more than 60 people killed and protesters storming Parliament.
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