The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced that over 400,000 teachers will migrate to the Social Health Authority (SHA) medical cover beginning December 1, 2025, marking the end of its partnership with private insurer AON Minet.
The move follows extensive consultations between TSC officials and teachers’ unions KNUT and KUPPET, which unanimously endorsed the transition. The current AON Minet contract expires on November 30, 2025.
TSC Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Eveleen Mitei, said the decision was reached after receiving significant input from union representatives and other stakeholders.
“We have agreed to transition to SHA effective December 1. The current scheme ends on November 30, and we are working towards a seamless transition. Our social partners have been instrumental in shaping the new package,” said Mitei.
She added that TSC will embark on sensitization campaigns to ensure teachers fully understand the benefits of the new scheme.
KUPPET Secretary General Akelo Misori lauded the transition, describing the SHA cover as comprehensive and superior to the outgoing private scheme.
“The anxiety that existed before this meeting has been allayed. This is not just a statutory contribution, it’s a comprehensive medical cover that includes overseas treatment, air travel, and support for dependents,” Misori stated.
He further explained that the new cover accommodates up to five children per teacher, compared to four in the previous plan, with provisions for additional dependents.
KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu echoed the sentiments, highlighting significant improvements in accessibility and service delivery.
“The number of accredited health facilities will rise from 800 to 9,600, greatly expanding teachers’ access to medical services nationwide. The turnaround time for authorization has also been reduced to just four minutes, a big plus for members,” Oyuu said.
SHA Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Mercy Mwangangi, assured teachers of improved access to quality healthcare across all facility levels, from dispensaries to national referral hospitals.
“The list will include both public and private facilities from level two to level six. Teachers will also enjoy uninterrupted access to treatment for chronic conditions without pre-qualification requirements.” said Mwangangi
The migration marks a major shift in teachers’ healthcare management, aligning with the government’s broader plan to consolidate medical schemes under the Social Health Authority.