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KMPDU Western Branch AGM: Wins in Busia and Vihiga, Crisis in Kakamega

Kevin Oyowe May 4, 2025

May 04, 2025 The KMPDU Western Branch Annual General Meeting was a spirited and action-focused session that reflected both progress and persistent injustice. Doctors in Busia and Vihiga celebrated significant milestones, including full promotions and the long-overdue transition to permanent and pensionable terms. These victories are a direct outcome of sustained union pressure and the unwavering determination of doctors in

KMPDU Marks Labour Day with Call for Dignity, Fair Pay, and Safe Working Conditions for Doctors

Kevin Oyowe May 1, 2025

May 1, 2025 – Nairobi, Kenya This Labour Day, the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) led a powerful national reflection on the state of healthcare work in Kenya, issuing an urgent call for dignity, fair compensation, and safe working conditions for all medical professionals. KMPDU Secretary General Dr. Davji Atellah marked the day by honouring the courage

Press Statement: KMPDU Calls for Action on Unethical Recruitment of Foreign Doctors and Protection of Kenyan Medical Professionals

Kevin Oyowe April 27, 2025

KMPDU demands urgent action against unethical recruitment of foreign doctors linked to organ trafficking, calls for audits, labor compliance, and prioritization of unemployed Kenyan doctors to protect public health interests.

The 2nd Batch of Arrears: Key Highlights from Our CoG Engagement

Kevin Oyowe April 25, 2025

Today’s engagement with the Council of Governors (#CoG) yielded important progress: KES 1.75 Billion Salary Arrears Approved: Counties to disburse funds by June 30, 2025. Postgraduate Fees: Payment for 188 doctors completed; reforms to streamline the process are underway. Promotions: Still unresolved in 14 counties — May 9, 2025, deadline set for action or escalation. Car-Loan and Mortgage Access: Push

KMPDU NYANZA BRANCH AGM – REGIONAL PROGRESS AND SOLIDARITY

Kevin Oyowe April 22, 2025

The KMPDU Nyanza Branch Annual General Meeting (AGM) comes on the heels of major regional engagements, including the Siaya County Doctors’ Strike negotiations, the Homa Bay CBA Implementation and Monitoring Committee Meeting, and the Kisii County Return to Work Formula (RTWF) Implementation. Each of these processes secured critical commitments, including: Budget reviews to facilitate promotions and redesignations, Activation of medical

KMPDU AT THE 52ND KMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE – KISII COUNTY

Kevin Oyowe April 19, 2025

KMPDU attended the just-concluded 52nd Kenya Medical Association (KMA) Annual Conference held in Kisii County, Kenya. While KMA serves as the umbrella professional body promoting quality medical practice, KMPDU’s sole mandate remains safeguarding the welfare and rights of doctors across the country. The KMPDU Secretary General, Dr. Davji Bhimji Atellah, was ably represented by the KMPDU Nyanza Branch Chairman, Dr.

KMPDU PARTICIPATES IN NATION MEDIA SUMMIT ON HEALTHCARE REFORMS

Kevin Oyowe April 16, 2025

As frontline witnesses to both the challenges and opportunities within our healthcare system, doctors carry the responsibility of shaping the national healthcare narrative—anchored in evidence and real experiences. Today, KMPDU had the opportunity to participate in the conversations at the #NationMediaSummit, a platform that brings together a diverse pool of key stakeholders in the healthcare sector. The discussions were rich

MINISTRY OF HEALTH: BASIC SALARY ARREARS UPDATE

Kevin Oyowe April 15, 2025

Today, KMPDU engaged with the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards to address the issue of basic salary arrears owed to doctors. Together, we validated the list based on the 2017–2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and confirmed the specific amounts due to each affected doctor. The Principal Secretary committed to ensuring that the arrears will be included in

PETITION TO THE SENATE: A CALL FOR URGENT ACTION AND ACCOUNTABILITY IN THE HEALTH SECTOR

Kevin Oyowe April 14, 2025

Today, the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) appeared before the Senate Committee on Health to present a comprehensive petition highlighting the pressing issues affecting doctors nationwide. We emphasized the urgency of resolving the ongoing internship crisis, particularly through the current budget cycle and the forthcoming Public Finance Management (PFM) statement expected in Parliament by April 30. We

KMPDU Central Branch AGM: Strengthening Our Gains, Building Our Future

Kevin Oyowe April 14, 2025

The Central Branch Annual General Meeting (AGM) reaffirmed our union’s steadfast commitment to protecting the hard-earned victories of our members. The meeting highlighted key achievements and charted the way forward in strengthening doctors’ welfare across the region. Key Highlights from the Central Branch AGM: Basic Salary Arrears: Doctors have successfully received payments for long-overdue basic salary arrears, a major milestone

Press Statement: Congratulating Dr Mercy Mwangangi on Appointment as CEO of SHA

Kevin Oyowe April 11, 2025

Press Statement: Congratulating Dr Mercy Mwangangi on Appointment as CEO of SHA Congratulations Dr. Mercy Mwangangi on your appointment as CEO of SHA. On that desk awaits a stack of complaints, petitions, and hope.

KMPDU Meets Health CS Hon. Aden Duale: Key Resolutions Reached

Kevin Oyowe April 11, 2025

On April 10, 2025, the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) held a high-level meeting with the newly appointed Cabinet Secretary for Health, Hon. Aden Duale, to address pressing issues affecting doctors nationwide. The engagement yielded concrete commitments from the Ministry of Health and relevant government agencies, marking significant progress in ongoing negotiations. Key Takeaways from the Meeting:

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