As Kenya transitions from the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA), individuals and employers are now required to make their health insurance contributions through new, standardized channels. One of the most convenient ways to pay is via M-Pesa Paybill, which allows for fast and secure contributions to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), one of SHA’s three primary health funds.
What is the SHA Paybill Number?
The official SHA M-Pesa Paybill number is: 200222
This Paybill is managed directly by the Social Health Authority and is used for contributions to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) by individuals, especially those in the informal sector or self-employed.
How to Pay SHA via M-Pesa
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Go to M-Pesa Menu
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Select Lipa na M-Pesa
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Choose Paybill
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Enter Business Number: 200222
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Enter Account Number: Your National ID Number or SHA Member Number
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Enter the Amount (Minimum KES 300/month for informal sector)
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Enter your M-Pesa PIN
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Confirm the transaction
You will receive a confirmation SMS from M-Pesa and SHA once your payment is processed successfully.
Who Should Use the SHA Paybill?
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Self-Employed Workers (Jua Kali, freelancers, small business owners)
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Non-salaried Individuals
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Voluntary Contributors (Those not formally employed but seeking coverage under SHA)
Employers do not use the Paybill number for bulk contributions; instead, they remit payments through SHA’s Employer Portal.
Key Reminders
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The minimum contribution is KES 300 per month
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Payments should be made on or before the 9th of each month
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Always use your correct National ID or SHA Member Number as the account number
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Contributions to SHA are mandatory for all Kenyan citizens and residents under the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023
Benefits of Using SHA Paybill
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Convenient and accessible 24/7
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Instant confirmation of payments
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Secure and traceable
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Supports Kenya’s move toward universal health coverage by ensuring timely contributions
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