Kenyan Journalist's Daughter in ICU; Hospital Demands Millions in Bills

Kenyan Journalist Dennis Okari recounts a harrowing experience involving his critically ill daughter and exorbitant medical bills. His daughter was admitted to the ICU in a coma, and the hospital demanded half of the millions of shillings in medical bills immediately. "I was slapped with a medical bill...it's a couple of millions," Okari stated, expressing his distress at the situation. The incident underscores the financial burden faced by many Kenyans when their loved ones require urgent medical care. The hospital's ultimatum to pay or face unspecified consequences highlights the immense pressure on families during medical emergencies. Okari's story serves as a stark reminder of the need for accessible and affordable healthcare in Kenya.