The Social Health Authority (SHA) has partnered with the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) to promote health, wellness, and environmental sustainability through the sport of rugby. As the official health partner for Kenya’s national rugby teams, SHA will provide comprehensive health coverage for all registered players, offering benefits such as surgeries, injury treatment, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation services.
Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr. Ouma Oluga stated that the partnership will alleviate the financial burden of healthcare on athletes, thereby helping to prevent careers from being cut short due to unaffordable medical care. The partnership will be launched during the Safari 7s Tournament, taking place from October 10 to 12, 2025, at Nyayo Stadium. SHA will provide ambulances, emergency medical coverage, and health awareness activities under the theme "Play Well, Live Well."
In addition to tournament support, the collaboration will extend to health campaigns and wellness programs throughout the 2025 rugby season. SHA and KRU also marked the launch with a tree-planting activity in celebration of Mazingira Day, emphasizing their commitment to environmental sustainability.
The government has also integrated mental health services into the national insurance package under the Taifa Care Model and the SHA, a key step towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale highlighted the move as part of the ongoing healthcare reform to ensure accessible, quality care for all Kenyans.
Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr. Ouma Oluga stated that the partnership will alleviate the financial burden of healthcare on athletes, thereby helping to prevent careers from being cut short due to unaffordable medical care. The partnership will be launched during the Safari 7s Tournament, taking place from October 10 to 12, 2025, at Nyayo Stadium. SHA will provide ambulances, emergency medical coverage, and health awareness activities under the theme "Play Well, Live Well."
In addition to tournament support, the collaboration will extend to health campaigns and wellness programs throughout the 2025 rugby season. SHA and KRU also marked the launch with a tree-planting activity in celebration of Mazingira Day, emphasizing their commitment to environmental sustainability.
The government has also integrated mental health services into the national insurance package under the Taifa Care Model and the SHA, a key step towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale highlighted the move as part of the ongoing healthcare reform to ensure accessible, quality care for all Kenyans.
