Vision
Sustainable Defence Health Services for a Healthy Nation.
Mission
To offer integrated, quality healthcare to the Defence Community and Institutional catchment.
Ulinzi Health Services Fund
Ulinzi Health Services Fund (UHSF) was established to open up Kenya Defence Forces(KDF) Level IV-VI health facilities to the general public at a fee, strengthen the National Government’s Universal Health Coverage agenda by expanding access to quality military healthcare. Approved by Cabinet on 3 October 2023 and by the National Assembly on 6 December 2023, UHSF enables the general public from the Defence Community to access Kenya Defence Forces Level IV to VI medical facilities through affordable, insurance based payment models. The Fund was officially launched by the Commander in Chief on 16 April 2025, marking a major step toward inclusive, secure, and reliable healthcare for all.
Ulinzi Health Services Fund Board Charter
This Advisory Board Charter (the “Charter”) defines the Ulinzi Health Services Fund (UHSF) Advisory Board’s authority, responsibilities, membership, operations and structures that support the members of the Board in carrying out their strategic oversight function.
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ULINZI HEALTH SERVICES FUND AND KCB MEET
Ulinzi Health Services Fund (UHSF) and Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) technical teams on Tuesday, 7 October 2025, held a consultative meeting at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) to deliberate on the redevelopment of the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital (DFMH) to Level V facility standards.
President William Ruto launched the Ulinzi Health Services Fund (UHSF).
President William Ruto on Wednesday launched the first Kenya Defence Forces hospital open to civilians under the Ulinzi Prime Health Services Fund (UPHSF).
ULINZI HEALTH SERVICES BOARD MEETS
The meeting brought together officials from the Ministries of Defence, Health, and Treasury and Economic Planning. The Advisory Board serves as the technical oversight body for the Fund.