Doctors strike Kenya

Kenyan Doctors in the Streets: A Stand for Better Pay and Conditions

Kenyan doctors protest for fair pay and better conditions. Find out why the strike continues and the impact on mothers and babies.

In Kenya, the medical community is in turmoil as hundreds of doctors take to the streets to protest for better pay and working conditions. The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union, led by Secretary-General Dr. Davji Bhimji, has vowed to continue the strike until all their demands are met. Talks to end the strike have failed repeatedly, with the boycott now entering its ninth day, causing concerns among medical professionals and the public alike. The Kenya Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society (KOGS) has raised alarm over the impact of the strike on mothers and newborns, urging for a swift resolution.

Dr. Davji Bhimji, the union's secretary-general, emphasized that the strike will persist until their demands are addressed. As the nationwide strike surpasses one week, the medical community faces significant disruptions, with emergency services at public hospitals being halted. The doctors' protest for fair compensation and improved working conditions continues, reflecting the frustrations within the healthcare sector.

The ongoing strike highlights the healthcare challenges in Kenya, with doctors advocating for better wages and resources to provide quality care. The solidarity among Kenyan doctors in this strike demonstrates their commitment to improving the healthcare system despite facing obstacles. As the strike persists, the public and medical professionals await a resolution to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services for all Kenyans.