Top Kenyan Counties with Highest Male Healthcare Registrations

Kenya is experiencing robust adoption of the Social Health Authority (SHA) initiative, with urban and heavily populated regions showing the highest male enrollment rates. The 2026 Economic Survey indicates Nairobi City leads with 790,221 registered men, attributable to its substantial population and greater accessibility to registration facilities and digital platforms. Kiambu ranks second at 389,614 registrations, followed by Mombasa with 334,118. Western Kenya counties demonstrated notable engagement, with Kakamega, Bungoma, Kisumu, and Homa Bay all making the top 10. Machakos, Bomet, and Kisii also reported substantial registration figures. These statistics reflect the shift from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to SHA that commenced in October 2024, indicating increasing public awareness and acceptance of the new healthcare framework. Experts suggest that increased male enrollment may enhance household healthcare protection and decrease individual medical expenditures. Authorities maintain nationwide registration efforts to guarantee broader Kenyan access to affordable and comprehensive healthcare through SHA.