Dr. Mercy Nabwire

Dr. Mercy Nabwire is the current national treasurer of the Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU), the premier doctor’s union in Kenya that aims to unite, represent and protect doctors of all cadres and qualifications. She is also a medical officer at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) in Eldoret.

Dr. Nabwire has been a dedicated and influential leader in the health sector, advocating for the rights and welfare of doctors and other health workers in Kenya, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. She has been involved in several negotiations with the government and other stakeholders to address the issues of salary arrears, promotions, transfers, working conditions, personal protective equipment, insurance, compensation for doctors, among other issues.

Dr. Nabwire is passionate about improving the quality and accessibility of health care in Kenya. She has contributed immensely towards the development and implementation of the union’s strategic plan and championing for the public health care system to focus on providing health services as a right to all Kenyans. She has also been involved in various research projects, publications and trainings on public health, health policy and health economics.

Dr. Nabwire is based in Nairobi, Kenya, where she works at the KMPDU headquarters located at 5th Avenue, Ngong Rd. She can be reached at mercynabwire@mtrh.go.ke or +254728823344. You can also follow her on her social media platforms where she shares her insights and opinions on health-related matters.

Dr. Nabwire is a visionary and inspirational leader who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of doctors and patients in Kenya. She is a role model for many young doctors who aspire to follow her footsteps.