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Relentless Resilience in Advancing Healthcare Rights

The gains illustrated here are a testament to relentless efforts—they were fought for, not handed over. Through persistent negotiations, advocacy, legal action, strikes, strike notices, demonstrations, sit-ins, and unwavering solidarity, these milestones have been achieved. This progress is not just about policies or numbers; it’s about ensuring healthcare workers receive the support they need to provide quality care to all

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KMPDU Constitution Review

TO: ALL KMPDU MEMBERSDEADLINE: 27th January, 2025 The Constitution Review Committee hereby invites all KMPDU members to review the current KMPDU Constitution and submit proposed amendments or revisions to any of its provisions. Constitution Review Link:Open KMPDU Android AppOr visit KMPDU App on the web

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Press Release: Averting Nationwide Doctors’ Strike

I am pleased to inform the nation that after intense engagements with the government under the leadership of H.E. the Deputy President, Prof. Kindiki Kithure, last evening, we signed a deal. Please find below the full PRESS STATEMENT ON AVERTING NATIONAL DOCTORS STRIKE (PDF)

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KMPDU Special Delegates Conference 2024: Strike Action Ratified to Demand Rights for Doctors

The 2024 KMPDU Special Delegates Conference, attended by over 600 doctors, marked a turning point in the union’s advocacy efforts. On 30th November 2024, the delegates unanimously ratified industrial action, signaling the union’s resolve to address persistent injustices in the healthcare sector. This decision mandates the National Advisory Council to issue an official strike notice on Monday, 2nd December 2024,

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Special Delegates Conference 2024: Addressing Critical Issues in Medical Practice

The Special Delegates Conference (#SDC) 2024 serves as a pivotal gathering of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU), uniting its top decision-making organ to deliberate on critical matters impacting the medical profession. This annual event underscores the union’s commitment to addressing the challenges faced by healthcare workers and safeguarding the profession’s future. This year’s agenda is centered

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In Retrospect: Reflecting on Milestones, Sacrifices, and the Journey Ahead

In Retrospect: Reflecting on Milestones, Sacrifices, and the Journey Ahead The journey toward fair treatment for healthcare professionals has been marked by challenges and unpredictability, yet significant milestones remind us of the progress made. This mission—anchored in a fundamental truth that essential service providers deserve value equal to their contribution—continues to drive us forward, fueled by collective resilience and unwavering

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Developing: North Rift Branch AGM Highlights Critical Negotiation Stance

From the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the North Rift Branch, we have collectively reiterated a crucial principle: negotiations are not confined to boardrooms. This meeting underscored our unwavering commitment to pursuing all constitutionally outlined avenues to achieve fairness and justice in healthcare. When every other approach has been exhausted, we reaffirm our right to withhold our skills and explore

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KMPDU and KNH Sign Landmark CBA to Enhance Doctors’ Welfare and Service Delivery

In a monumental stride toward addressing the long-standing issues facing healthcare professionals, the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) and Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) have signed a groundbreaking Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). This pivotal agreement, covering the period from July 2021 to June 2025, signals a new dawn for doctors at Kenya’s premier referral hospital. The CBA seeks

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NATIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING

At our National Advisory Council (NAC) meeting • Beyond fulfilling a constitutional requirement, KMPDU’s biannual NAC meetings continuously enhance the union’s leadership capacity while addressing both existing and emerging issues affecting our members.

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UPDATE: Extension of Civil Servants’ Medical Insurance Scheme

Following our strike notice and concerns raised about the ongoing healthcare coverage crisis, we have been informed that the Comprehensive Medical Insurance Scheme for Public Servants has been temporarily extended until 21st November 2024. While this extension offers short-term relief, it falls short of addressing the broader healthcare gaps and uncertainties affecting public servants and Kenyans at large. We urge

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Public Sector Unions Issues a 14 Days Strike Notice

14 Days !! As public sector unions, we demand immediate action on the flawed rollout of SHA, continuation of comprehensive healthcare coverage, and 100% job transition for former NHIF workers. If these are not resolved within 14 days, all the unions will begin industrial action.

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SHIF IS A CAPSIZING SHIP

Amidst the growing disapproval of SHIF/SHA, #KMPDU continues to hold joint deliberations as a follow-up action against this fraudulent scheme. As stated in our press conference yesterday, we have reiterated that SHIF/SHA will deny Kenyans access to healthcare insurance.

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