Hundreds of doctors and health professionals in Kenya took to the streets on Tuesday to demand better wages and working conditions, marking the fifth week of a nationwide strike. The protest has left many patients, including Florence, a cancer patient, without access to necessary treatment at Kenya Referral Hospital, highlighting the critical situation faced by individuals in need of medical care.
Displaying placards and voicing their discontent with the Kenyan government, the demonstrators accused authorities of failing to uphold agreements, notably a 2017 collective bargaining agreement following a 100-day strike that resulted in fatalities due to lack of medical attention.
Dr. Emmanuel Odhiambo emphasized the doctors’ determination to continue asserting their rights under the constitution despite any intimidation or threats. The ongoing strike has led to a healthcare crisis, leaving patients vulnerable and exacerbating their health conditions.
This movement sheds light on the vital role of healthcare workers and the urgent necessity to provide them with adequate working conditions to ensure quality care for all citizens. It is imperative that swift resolutions be reached to address the legitimate grievances of healthcare professionals in Kenya.
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