Salasya Accuses CS Duale of Misusing SHA Funds
Kenyan politics has once again been shaken by heated claims after outspoken Member of Parliament Peter Salasya openly accused Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale of misusing money meant for the Social Health Authority (SHA).
In his latest remarks, Salasya said the government was failing ordinary citizens because funds set aside to improve health services were being diverted into the wrong hands.
He directly linked CS Duale to these allegations, saying the Cabinet Secretary was “eating SHA money” while Kenyans were suffering.
According to Salasya, the SHA was created to ensure affordable and accessible healthcare for every Kenyan, yet hospitals remain poorly equipped, and citizens continue to struggle with high costs.
He described the situation as shameful and blamed senior government officials for turning health funds into a personal feeding ground.
Salasya went further, saying corruption within the health sector is not only draining public money but also costing innocent lives because hospitals cannot offer proper treatment when resources are missing.
The controversy has grown after a report and televised coverage highlighted cases of fraud within the SHA. A recent news feature by NTV Kenya questioned how millions of shillings meant for hospitals were unaccounted for.
While the report did not conclusively prove that CS Duale personally took the money, it raised serious questions about accountability in his ministry.
Social media platforms have since been flooded with videos and posts amplifying the accusations, with Salasya being portrayed as one of the fearless voices willing to challenge powerful figures over the alleged scandal.
In response to the claims, CS Duale firmly denied ever misusing public money. Speaking during a separate public event, he compared stealing funds from SHA to “eating pork,” saying he would never do it. His choice of words sparked more debate, with critics arguing that such a statement does not clear him from responsibility.
Some suggested that even if he is not directly stealing, he could still be covering up for those who benefit from the mismanagement of funds.
The bigger concern now lies with the future of SHA itself. Ordinary Kenyans continue to ask why, despite government promises, hospitals still lack medicine and essential services.
The program was meant to replace the troubled National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), which had long been criticized for inefficiency and corruption. Citizens expected SHA to mark a fresh start, but the current scandal is raising fears that it may fall into the same trap.
Salasya insisted that he would continue raising his voice against corruption in the health sector, saying leaders must be accountable to the people they serve.
He argued that unless strong measures are taken, ordinary Kenyans will keep paying for healthcare out of pocket while billions vanish into private pockets.
His remarks have added fuel to an already heated political atmosphere, with supporters praising his courage while critics question his approach.
This war of words between Salasya and Duale reflects a deeper struggle in Kenya’s political landscape, where young leaders are increasingly speaking out against powerful cabinet officials.
Whether or not the accusations will lead to investigations remains to be seen, but the debate has placed fresh pressure on the government to act decisively.
Many Kenyans now want transparency, detailed audits, and concrete answers about where SHA money is going and who is responsible for its management.
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