"In the Treasurer’s case, compassion came in from all directions apart from his medical insurance company. His bill amounted to,Sh3.8 million of which the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) paid its required share of Sh68,000 and the rest came from his own family and friends. "The cost of medical insurance is a big expense on family’s incomes. For public sector employees like teachers, the government has committed substantial resources that should guarantee our members of the best healthcare in these unpredictable circumstances," he said. "We will demand that private insurers – in particular those retained for public sector workers – become partners in their clients’ health or stop insuring public sector employees.

Source: The Star July 29, 2020 14:37 UTC