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Motor
Direct Line Insurance Kenya & One-Month Car Insurance: The Complete 2026 Guide
- By Brian Ndege
- September 8, 2026
Searches for "Direct Line insurance" and "one month car insurance" have spiked in Kenya but the Direct Line most people mean isn't the UK insurer, it's Nairobi-based Directline Assurance. This guide breaks down who they are, what happened when Trident Insurance collapsed in March 2026, and exactly how to buy one-month cover online without getting caught out.
Health
SHA Insurance Explained in Kenya: SHA vs NHIF vs Private Health Insurance
- By Brian Ndege
- August 29, 2026
Kenya’s health insurance system changed significantly when the Social Health Authority (SHA) replaced the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) on 1 October 2024. Many Kenyans still ask the same questions: How does SHA work? What happened to NHIF?
Health
Medical Insurance in Kenya (2026 Guide): SHA, Private Cover, and How to Choose the Right Plan
- By Brian Ndege
- August 20, 2026
Kenya now runs on two layers of health cover — mandatory SHA and optional private insurance. This 2026 guide breaks down what each actually pays for, real premium ranges, the 10 things to compare before buying, and how to verify a licensed insurer.
Health
Health Insurance Companies in Kenya: Complete 2026 List and Directory of Licensed Medical Insurance Providers
- By Brian Ndege
- August 19, 2026
This authoritative 2026 guide lists all IRA-licensed Kenyan health insurers. It teaches readers how to strategically compare actual policies—focusing on inpatient limits, networks, and pre-existing conditions—while clarifying the relationship between private cover and the government’s Social Health Authority (SHA).
Health
SHA vs Private Medical Insurance in Kenya: Do You Still Need Private Health Insurance in 2026?
- By Brian Ndege
- August 18, 2026
Do you need private medical insurance if you have SHA? Compare SHA and private health insurance in Kenya, including benefits, costs, hospital access and what to check before buying.
General
Best Car Insurance in Kenya 2026: Companies, Prices, Cover & How to Choose
- By GetCovered Team
- August 13, 2026
This guide explains how car insurance works in Kenya, compares leading motor insurance companies, explains the different types of cover, discusses the factors that influence premiums and shows you what to check before buying a policy.