SHA Notice: Biometric Identification for Children Aged 7–17 Years

SHA | Social Health Authority
Bima Bora, Afya Nyumbani

7th July 2026

NOTICE TO SHA BENEFICIARIES
BIOMETRIC (FINGERPRINT) IDENTIFICATION FOR CHILDREN AGED 7–17 YEARS

SHA has introduced fingerprint identification for registered child dependants aged 7 to 17 years.

The child's fingerprint will be captured at a SHA-contracted healthcare provider when the child visits for treatment. It will be used to identify the child and confirm that the correct beneficiary is receiving care.

Parents or guardians are required to give consent for the fingerprint to be captured.

Where fingerprint verification is not possible, the facility may use the contributor's identification number and a one-time password (OTP).

The child's information will be handled securely in line with the Data Protection Act, 2019. This process is supported by the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023 and Regulation 38 of the Social Health Insurance Regulations, 2024.

For assistance, call 147.