KMPDU convened a successful Doctors’ Kamkunji in Nakuru County, bringing together members for an open discussion on the progress achieved, the challenges that remain, and the Union’s priorities moving forward. Despite travel delays, doctors turned up in large numbers, demonstrating the solidarity and commitment that continue to define the profession.
The meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on the significant gains secured through collective action and sustained advocacy. Together, doctors have achieved the timely payment of medical interns, expanded support for postgraduate training, the transition of more than 2,700 doctors to Permanent and Pensionable terms, over 5,100 promotions across counties, increased recruitment of doctors, and the payment of long-overdue salary arrears. These milestones are a testament to what can be accomplished when doctors speak with one voice.
While these achievements are worth celebrating, members acknowledged that important work remains. Discussions focused on the need for structured and transparent promotion frameworks that guarantee fair career progression, addressing persistent doctor shortages that continue to strain healthcare services, improving medical insurance for doctors, expanding access to car loan and mortgage schemes, resolving outstanding concerns affecting doctors at Egerton University, and ensuring equitable access to study leave for professional development.
KMPDU reaffirmed that these priorities will remain at the centre of its engagement with employers and government institutions. The Union also reiterated its commitment to negotiating and securing a fair and progressive 2025–2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement, one that reflects the aspirations of doctors and strengthens the healthcare workforce across Kenya.
The Nakuru Kamkunji once again demonstrated that the Union’s greatest strength lies in the unity of its members. Through continued solidarity, constructive engagement, and principled advocacy, KMPDU will continue defending the welfare, dignity, and professional interests of doctors while working toward a stronger healthcare system for all Kenyans.
Together, we have achieved meaningful progress. Together, we will overcome the challenges ahead. We are stronger together.
