Strike by administrators and non-physician health professionals in Kwilu
Since Wednesday August 23, the administrators and non-physician health professionals of several Kwilu health zones have started a dry strike in all health establishments and offices. The health zones concerned by this strike movement include Vanga, Idiofa, Bulungu, Kikwit North, Kikwit South and Koshibanda.
The strikers claim to be exposed to diseases and claim their rights. Among their demands are the payment of the additional premium, the alignment with the risk premium, the mechanization of some of them and the regularization of grades. They announce that they will only resume their duties when the government responds favorably to the agreements signed with the union bench at Bibwa 3.
This strike once again highlights the difficulties faced by health professionals in the DRC. In addition to precarious working conditions, they also have to deal with delays in payment of wages and shortcomings in the recognition of their rights. These problems compromise the quality of care provided to the population and fuel discontent among health personnel.
The situation highlights the importance of valuing and supporting administrators and non-physician health professionals. Their contribution is essential to the proper functioning of health establishments and to the guarantee of quality care for patients. The government must take concrete measures to meet the legitimate demands of these professionals and improve their working conditions.
It is essential to recognize the crucial role of administrative and non-physician personnel in the health system. Their expertise and dedication contribute to the efficient management of health establishments and to guaranteeing quality care for all. It is time to give them the recognition and the rights to which they are entitled.
In conclusion, the strike by administrative and non-medical health professionals in the Kwilu highlights the challenges faced by these frontline workers. It is essential to give them special attention and respond to their legitimate demands in order to improve working conditions in the health sector in the DRC