Nairobi, June 12 -- The National Treasury has allocated funds for a dedicated medical insurance scheme for Community Health Promoters (CHPs), marking the first time such a scheme will be funded through the national budget.

The Treasury has proposed Sh396 million for CHP health insurance in the financial year starting in July, a provision that was not included in previous budgets.

This marks a shift from previous arrangements. In 2025/26, for example, the government set aside Sh3.2 billion for CHP stipends and operational support, but made no specific provision for medical insurance. The new standalone allocation is the first explicit budgetary commitment to protecting CHPs against health risks associated with their work.

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