Kenyan Doctors Return to Work After Striking Deal with Government
An eight-week national strike by Kenyan public hospital doctors concluded with a government agreement, addressing key labor disputes but leaving some issues unresolved.
- The agreement promises improved pay and working conditions, following extensive negotiations and court interventions.
- Health services in public hospitals are set to resume, alleviating the healthcare crisis exacerbated by concurrent flooding disasters.
- Unresolved issues include the employment terms for medical interns, with further discussions planned.
- The strike highlighted ongoing systemic challenges in Kenya's healthcare sector, including underfunding and staffing shortages.
- Historical context: This strike follows a series of labor disputes in Kenya's healthcare, including a 100-day strike in 2017.
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