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Bungoma Doctors Demand Fair Employment, Career Progression, and Dignified Working Conditions

KMPDU’s National Team convened a Working Kamukunji with doctors in Bungoma County to engage directly on the workplace challenges affecting healthcare professionals and to chart a clear path toward lasting solutions. The meeting reaffirmed the Union’s commitment to defending fair labour practices and ensuring that every doctor works under conditions that uphold dignity, professionalism, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

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Unity in Purpose: KMPDU Stands with Doctors in Kisumu and JOOTRH

Unity remains the greatest strength of the medical profession. During our engagement with doctors in Kisumu County and the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH), KMPDU celebrated the progress achieved through collective action while reaffirming its commitment to confronting the challenges that continue to undermine the welfare of doctors. At JOOTRH, doctors voiced growing concerns over persistent workplace

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Laikipia County Advances Doctors’ Welfare Through Constructive Social Dialogue

Constructive engagement continues to deliver meaningful results for doctors across Kenya. This week, KMPDU held a productive consultative meeting with the County Government of Laikipia, led by H.E. Governor Joshua Irungu, EGH, in Nanyuki to discuss the welfare of doctors and the strengthening of healthcare services within the county. The meeting built on the progress already achieved under the current

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Homa Bay Doctors’ Strike Called Off Following Return to Work Agreement

KMPDU has officially called off the doctors’ strike in Homa Bay County following the successful conclusion of negotiations with the County Government and the signing of a Return to Work Agreement. The agreement marks an important milestone in addressing longstanding concerns affecting doctors while paving the way for the resumption of healthcare services across the county. The resolution is the

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Kisii Doctors Reaffirm Unity as KMPDU Charts the Next Phase of Advocacy

KMPDU convened a successful Doctors’ Kamkunji in Kisii County, bringing together consultants, medical officers, and interns for an open and engaging discussion on the progress made, the challenges that remain, and the Union’s priorities moving forward. The meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on the milestones achieved through collective action over the past few years. Through unity and sustained advocacy,

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KMPDU and Trans Nzoia County Reach Agreement, Averting Industrial Action

KMPDU has successfully concluded negotiations with the County Government of Trans Nzoia, resulting in a comprehensive agreement that addresses several longstanding concerns affecting doctors in the county. The agreement follows the strike notice issued on 4 February 2026 and sustained engagements led by H.E. Governor George Natembeya. The outcome reflects the value of constructive dialogue, good-faith negotiations, and the collective

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Meru Doctors’ Strike Suspended Following Landmark Agreement with County Government

KMPDU has suspended the planned industrial action in Meru County following the successful conclusion of negotiations with the County Government. The agreement, signed ahead of the expiry of the strike notice on 6 March 2026, delivers significant commitments on promotions, employment terms, and professional development for doctors. The resolution reflects the power of constructive dialogue backed by collective action. It

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Mombasa Doctors’ Strike Called Off Following Landmark Agreement

KMPDU has officially called off the Mombasa doctors’ strike following the successful conclusion of negotiations with the County Government of Mombasa. The agreement, reached after engagements led by H.E. Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir, marks a significant step toward addressing longstanding concerns affecting doctors in the county. The resolution demonstrates the value of constructive dialogue in resolving labour disputes while safeguarding the

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Mombasa Doctors’ Strike Begins as KMPDU Demands Accountability

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has officially commenced the Mombasa doctors’ strike, effective Tuesday, 3 March 2026, at 12:00 a.m., following the expiry of the seven-day notice issued to the County Government of Mombasa. The decision comes after the County Government failed to address longstanding grievances affecting doctors despite the opportunity for engagement and resolution. As

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Meru County at a Crossroads: Dialogue Must Deliver Results Before March 6

KMPDU remains committed to constructive engagement in resolving the challenges facing doctors in Meru County. Following a consultative meeting on 25 February and an intensive five-hour engagement with the Meru County Government on 26 February, the Union has reiterated its readiness to work with the County to find lasting solutions. While discussions are set to continue, KMPDU’s position remains unequivocal:

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Isiolo at a Crossroads: KMPDU Takes a Stand Against Injustice

Every doctor deserves to work in an environment that upholds dignity, respects labour rights, and enables the delivery of quality healthcare. Unfortunately, this is not the reality for doctors in Isiolo County. KMPDU recently convened a Doctors’ Kamkunji in Isiolo, where members spoke candidly about the challenges they continue to face. Their testimonies painted a deeply concerning picture of a

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Victory for Doctors as Embu County Delivers Long-Awaited Promotions and Permanent Employment

Persistence, unity, and collective action have once again delivered meaningful progress for doctors. KMPDU is pleased to announce a major milestone in Embu County, where long-overdue promotions have finally been implemented, marking a significant victory for doctors who have waited years for career progression and recognition. A total of 19 consultants have now been promoted, bringing to fruition a journey

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