This archive report was first published on 24 August 2020.
On August 24, 2020, Kenya's medical practitioners took to the streets in a nationwide strike, protesting poor working conditions and low pay. The strike, which lasted for several weeks, brought the country's healthcare system to a grinding halt.
According to reports, the doctors were demanding better working conditions, improved pay, and a more efficient healthcare system. The strike was called off after several weeks, but the underlying issues remain unresolved.
The strike highlighted the deep-seated problems plaguing Kenya's healthcare system, including inadequate funding, poor infrastructure, and a shortage of medical personnel. The crisis has far-reaching implications for the country's population, who rely heavily on the healthcare system for essential services.
