Counties stare at looming health crisis as unresolved health workers' demands bite

KMPDU Secretary General Davji Bhimji speaks during a past presser. In 2023, doctors in at least 18 counties went on strike, while others issued strike notices. [Jenipher Wachie, Standard]

As the country takes its early steps into 2024, Kenyans across the nation are facing a health crisis due to unresolved disputes among healthcare workers.

Various health cadres have issued threats to go on strike, accusing both the national and county governments of neglecting to address their concerns, particularly the slow implementation of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).