Kenya's Doctors Strike

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Kenya's public hospital doctors union signed a return to work agreement with the government, ending a national strike that began in mid-March due to labor issues. The strike had left patients in limbo.

Key Points

  • Doctors union signed a return to work agreement with the government.
  • Strike began in mid-March due to labor issues including poor remuneration and working conditions.
  • Relief for Kenyans seeking healthcare from public hospitals.
  • Previous strikes in 2017 and current strike reflect challenges in the healthcare sector.

Pros

  • Doctors reached an agreement with the government to address poor remuneration and working conditions.
  • Millions of Kenyans will now have access to health services from public hospitals.

Cons

  • The strike caused disruption and uncertainty for patients in need of medical care.
  • Previous strikes in 2017 and the current one highlight ongoing challenges in the healthcare sector.