https://youtu.be/4RMk7VCo_qw It’s a deadlock as gov’t, KMPDU fail to agree Doctors skip final meeting hoped to conclude the deal Doctors reject return to work formula, say lacked timelines KMPDU says no deal until intern doctors pay is reviewed Gov’t agrees to settle outstanding salary arrears Ksh 3.5 b allocated to pay county employees salary arrears Gov’t vows to take stern
https://youtu.be/9rF8Kp59Unc We begin the bulletin with hardline stances from government and the doctors union which could derail the negotiation to have them return to work after 33 days in the streets. The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union says they will not return to work until they finalise negotiations with the government over the 2017 CBA and agree on a
KMPDU SG Davji Atellah, together with doctors, medical interns and medical students assemble at RFUEA grounds Nairobi to address issues regarding their welfare.
Meru doctors gather in a unified demonstration, advocating for improved healthcare conditions, fair wages, and better resources to serve their community.
𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚 Today’s peaceful procession marked a pivotal moment in Kenya’s healthcare crisis. The overwhelming support from doctors and citizens alike underscores the urgency for change. The reality of healthcare in Kenya cannot be ignored any longer. It’s time for decisive action and meaningful reforms. Let’s not falter in our commitment to honesty, truth,
KMPDU issues a 7-day nationwide strike notice; Deputy SG Dennis Miskellah says they are demanding promotions, internship posting, medical cover, postgraduate fee payment, study leaves and pension.
Violence against doctors has no place in a just society. Those who dedicate their lives to healthcare should be protected
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Yesterday, Dr. Davji Bhimji Attellah, the General Secretary of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU), was reportedly attacked by police while leading a lawful demonstration in protest of the delayed posting of over 1,000 medical interns critical to addressing the nationwide shortage of healthcare providers. Additional protesters were seriously injured when the police fired teargas canisters at
With profound regret, we condemn the violent police attack on our peaceful KMPDU march and the deplorable attempt on the life of our Secretary General . We strongly condemn these actions. Here’s our official communication following the KMPDU NEC meeting.
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights press Statement: How long Must Excessive Force Target Peaceful Protesters? Condemnation of Excessive Use of Force Against KMPDU Secretary -General, Dr. Davji Bhimji Atellah
