Miskellah warned that unless the issues are addressed within seven days, the union will initiate a strike and continue the industrial action until resolutions are reached.

CS Nakhumicha underlined Nairobi's commitment to vaccine manufacturing and its ambition to become a regional hub for specialized health products and technologies.

CS Nakhumicha highlighted ongoing investigations into fraudulent claims, revealing that an internal audit directorate examined 31 healthcare providers between July 2022 and December 2023.

Health CS Nakhumicha emphasised the government's commitment to supporting those who cannot afford the contributions.

The 22 ministers held 1,377 activities in Nairobi, 358 in Rift Valley and 246 at the Coast, compared to 127 in Nyanza, 88 in Western and 26 in North Eastern. 

CS Nakhumicha lauded the recent approval of health Acts, attributing it as a start to tackling health issues.

Kenya's call aligns with efforts to bolster healthcare infrastructure and reduce dependency on external vaccine sources, as was the case during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Health CS Nakhumicha emphasised the need for verification and reconciliation in the settlement process.

The revised regulations maintain a 2.75 per cent monthly deduction for salaried employees, while unsalaried households will contribute 2.75 per cent of their annual income.

The CS urged Kenyans to prioritise good hygiene practices to mitigate the occurrence of illnesses caused by consuming contaminated food and water.

Every Kenyan household whose income is derived from salaried employment will have to pay 2.75 per cent of the gross salary.

According to the new Act, Ruto had proposed all salaried Kenyans pay 2.75 per cent of their income deducted on a monthly basis towards the fund.