Biased insurers face Sh5m fine, jail or de-registration

Insurance personnel found guilty of discrimination in issuing insurance cover could face hefty penalties under a proposed new law.

The Insurance (Amendment) Bill, 2025 seeks to impose a Sh5 million fine, a five-year jail term, or both for individuals who engage in biased practices based on factors such as race, marital status, social status, or region, among others.