Relief in Nakuru County as Kenya National Union of Nurses ends five-day strike

The Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN) has called off a five-day strike that paralysed operations in public hospitals in Nakuru County even as the doctors’ union vowed not to return to work till their needs are met. Deputy Governor Joseph Ruto said the employees agreed on a return to work formula in a meeting conducted between the Nakuru County Government, KNUN and labour officers who acted as a reconciliation party.

Issues raised by the union include delayed promotions and payment of promotion arrears and allowances - issues Ruto said have been addressed in the agreement.