Insurance Guides & News
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.
Travel
Kenya Imposes Mandatory $50,000 (KSh 6.5M) Travel Health Insurance for All Inbound Visitors: What You Need to Know
- By Brian Ndege
- July 31, 2026
ealth CS Aden Duale has gazetted a mandatory $50,000 (KSh 6.5M) travel health insurance requirement for all inbound visitors entering Kenya under 12 months. Compare compliant, IRA-approved plans across 32 underwriters, pay via M-Pesa, and get instant policy certificates on WhatsApp.