The High Court has temporarily suspended implementation of the Ksh 207 billion health deal between Kenya and the USA. 

Justice Bahati Mwamuye has issued conservatory orders barring the government from implementing or sharing health data with the President Donald Trump led government until the application filed by Consumer Federation of Kenya (Cofek) is heard and determined.

He directed the Health Ministry, Foreign Affairs Ministry and Attorney General to respond to the claims and appear before Justice Lawrence Mugambi for a mention in February 2026.

This comes a day after President William Ruto assured the country that the Kenya-United States Health Cooperation Framework will not take advantage of Kenyans or short-change the country.

The President said the agreement is anchored on solid legal ground and guided by the principle of security and the interests of the people of Kenya.

He explained that the agreement will not undermine the rights of Kenyans, including on health data.

The President pointed out that the Office of the Attorney General examined the agreement thoroughly and ensured that Kenya’s law governing data takes precedence.

“Our goal is crystal clear, our focus is laser sharp, and our resolve and determination is that of steel in making sure that we not only centralise the interest of the people of Kenya, but also pursue what is good for our nation,” he said.

He went on: “Nobody and no government will take advantage of the people of Kenya or the government of Kenya as long as I am President.”

President Ruto was speaking when he chaired the 12th National and County Governments Coordinating Summit at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday December 10, 2025.