Kenya's Social Health Authority (SHA) is undergoing a crackdown on fraudulent claims involving approximately Ksh 10.6 billion. The Ministry of Health has suspended payments to 45 health facilities nationwide, including 10 in Mandera County, due to involvement in fraudulent activities. SHA CEO Dr. Mercy Mwangangi officially gazetted the blacklisting of these facilities, halting their benefits. The fraud probe also includes reevaluation of claims worth Ksh 3 billion. The situation has led to the disappearance of online lists of payments to hospitals and the temporary shutdown of the SHA website hosting the master health facility registry, prompting an investigation by the ICT Authority. Concerns have been raised about the impact of these frauds on patients, with some facing high out-of-pocket costs due to diverted funds. Health officials emphasize the need for transparency and accurate reporting of services rendered by hospitals to prevent such issues. Separately, Dr. John Kinyua highlighted the affordability of surgeries under SHA and discussed arthritis as a common health condition. Additionally, political tensions continue with calls for the resignation of Health Minister Aden Duale and ongoing impeachment hearings for Kericho Governor Eric Mutai.