President William Ruto on Tuesday allegedly met a man who is suffering from an illness that caused swelling in his neck. The meeting reportedly took place as the man awaited treatment at a local hospital.
According to circulating reports, the man was scheduled for surgery to address the condition. However, the procedure had not been carried out because of delays related to the SHA system.
It is not clear why the payment had not gone through, but some sources suggest there was a technical issue. The delay left the patient and his family waiting for treatment.
During the meeting, President Ruto allegedly spoke with the man and encouraged him not to be afraid. He reportedly prayed for the man’s quick recovery and assured him of support.
The President also said he would look into the matter and help ensure that the medical bills are cleared so that treatment can proceed.
The incident has drawn reactions from Kenyans, with many praising the President for showing concern and compassion.
Others have highlighted the need for improvements in the healthcare system to prevent delays in critical medical care in the future.
This meeting underscores the challenges some patients face while waiting for support under national health schemes, and the importance of timely intervention.
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