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Coming January, parents will need to register their children for the Social Health Assurance (SHA) program if they want their children to be accepted back to school. 

This new requirement was announced by Moses Kuria, the Cabinet Secretary for Trade and Industry.

 The policy aims to provide health coverage for all students, ensuring that they can access medical care while attending school.

Under this new rule, parents will be expected to sign up their children for the SHA program, which will cover their health expenses while in school. 

The program is part of the government’s effort to improve student welfare and provide better healthcare services to children in schools. 

Kuria emphasized that the program will ensure that no student faces health-related challenges without proper medical support.

The move has sparked mixed reactions among parents and educators. 

Some people are supportive, saying that it’s a good idea to have all students covered by health insurance. 

They believe that the program will help parents avoid worrying about medical costs if their children fall ill while at school. 

This is especially important in a time when health issues are more common, and accessing quality medical care can be expensive.

However, other parents are concerned about the additional cost that comes with registering for the SHA program. 

Many families are already struggling with school fees, uniforms, and other school-related expenses. 

Some fear that the new policy could place extra pressure on them, especially those from low-income backgrounds. 

Critics argue that the government should find a way to provide affordable health coverage for all students without adding more financial burdens on parents.

Despite the concerns, Moses Kuria has insisted that the SHA program is a step towards ensuring the health and well-being of children in schools.