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Nurses union issues strike threat over allowances, contract workers

Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN) Secretary General Seth Panyako. [File, Standard]

The healthcare system in Kenya is once again on the brink of paralysis as nurses threaten to go on strike, accusing the government of failing to honour its commitments. The Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN) has announced plans to begin industrial action on January 13, 2025, unless the national and county governments address their demands.

Strike notices have already been issued to all 47 counties, with nurses in Uasin Gishu County withdrawing from hospitals on Monday.

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