The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union strongly condemns the and Treasury for significant delays in releasing funds and posting of 1215 medical interns, a violation of constitutional rights. The government’s failure to expedite the release of funds reflects a shocking lack of commitment to the healthcare sector, particularly the crucial human resource component. This delay not only hinders the interns’ careers but also jeopardizes patient care in public hospitals. We demand immediate action, emphasizing the crucial role of medical interns in delivering essential services. The delay contributes to healthcare worker fatigue, burnout, and a decline in patient care standards. In this stand, reaffirms its commitment to advocating for the rights and welfare of its members and the rights of all Kenyans to the highest attainable healthcare, as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. We demand the posting of medical interns by March 1, 2024. On February 29, 2024, all interns will be in a peaceful procession to collect letters from MoH We have also notified the national and county government for a nationwide go-slow on March 1, 2024. In which all doctors will stand in solidarity with the interns’ impasse. Yours in Service Dr Davji Bhimji Atellah Secretary General KMPDU.
