Kenya’s healthcare costs are projected to grow by 13.5 percent in this year, up from 9.8 percent in 2023, according to Aon medical trends report.
By
Patrick Alushula
Business Reporter
Nation Media Group
Medical insurance claims have nearly doubled over the past five years to Sh52.61 billion, driven by rising healthcare costs and increased utilisation, forcing insurers to raise premiums to remain viable.
Companies in Kenya spend millions of shillings on employee medical schemes annually, making it a key component of staff costs.
One of the biggest drivers for health insurance claims last year was heart disease.
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