Healthcare workers across the world continue to face some of the highest levels of burnout, fatigue, and mental-health distress, and Kenya is no exception. Studies consistently show that doctors experience significantly higher rates of depression and severe stress than the general population, with tragic consequences. Last year alone, Kenya lost seven caregivers to mental-health–related tragedies, a sobering reminder of an

Today, KMPDU had the honour of hosting a high-level delegation from the Government of Garissa County, led by H.E. Governor Nathif J. Adam, EGH, at our Blue Violet Plaza offices. The meeting marked a significant step toward resolving long-standing issues affecting doctors in Garissa and reaffirmed the shared commitment to improving healthcare delivery for the people of Garissa County. In

KMPDU Suspends Services Following Assault on Doctor — Calls for Urgent Action In a move that underscores the severity of threats faced by healthcare workers, KMPDU has suspended all medical services by its members across Siaya County. The decision follows the alleged violent assault of a young doctor on the night of November 30, a matter the union describes as

Kenya Records 90% Drop in AIDS-Related Deaths as 1.3 Million Access Treatment. KMPDU Calls for Sustained Investment to Achieve #EndAIDSby2030 NAIROBI: November 30, 2025 KMPDU celebrates Kenya’s remarkable progress in the national HIV response, marked by a 90% reduction in AIDS-related deaths and 1.3 million Kenyans now receiving treatment. This achievement demonstrates what is possible when public health programmes are

KMPDU Demands Immediate Action Over Unfulfilled Welfare Commitments Doctors in Embu County, through the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU), have served the County Government with a 14-day strike notice, warning that all medical services will be withdrawn starting 1st December 2025 unless urgent reforms are enacted. What triggered the strike Persistent delays in promotions, causing stagnation of

MARSABIT: November 25, 2025 KMPDU held a constructive meeting with the Marsabit County Government, led by H.E. Governor Mohamud Mohamed Ali, to address the ongoing impasse affecting the welfare and working conditions of doctors across the county. During the engagement, the union outlined several longstanding issues of concern and held extensive discussions with county leadership on the most practical and

ACCRA: November 20, 2025 KMPDU was honoured to represent Kenyan doctors at the 14th PSI Regional Conference for Africa & Arab Countries (AFRECON 2025) in Accra, Ghana, a gathering that brought together more than 400 union leaders from 82 unions across 34 countries. In attendance on behalf of Kenya’s medical professionals were KMPDU Secretary General Dr. Davji Bhimji Atellah and

KISII: November 15, 2025 The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists’ Union (KMPDU), Nyanza Chapter, proudly joined faculty, families, and friends in celebrating a historic moment, the graduation of the inaugural MBChB Class of Kisii University School of Medicine. This milestone marks not only the culmination of years of dedication and sacrifice, but the beginning of a journey that will

DIANI: November 11, 2025 KMPDU joined the Kenya Dental Association (KDA) Annual Scientific Conference in Diani, represented by the Union Chairman Dr. Abidan Mwachi, following an invitation from KDA President and our own Deputy Chairman, Dr. Kahura Mundia. The event also featured the Director General for Health, Dr. Patrick Amoth, underscoring the national significance of the discussions held. During the

KENDU BAY: November 7, 2025 The KMPDU family and friends, together with hundreds of mourners from across Kenya gathered in Rachuonyo North, Homa Bay County, to lay to rest a man whose life touched many, Mzee Musa Atellah Abonyo, the beloved father of our Secretary General, Dr. Davji Atellah. More than just a burial, it was a celebration of a

KISUMU: October 27, 2025 The management of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has officially entered into an agreement with the Social Health Authority (SHA) to provide comprehensive medical cover for all its staff members. This positive development was announced during a crucial meeting between the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists’ Union (KMPDU), Kisumu Chapter, and the