The doctors' union has responded to President Uhuru Kenyatta's directive for striking doctors to resume work.
According to reports, the government withdrew its offer to increase doctors' salaries and allowances, dealing a significant blow to the striking medical professionals.
A statement, as shared by State House official Dennis Itumbi, indicated that the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) advised doctors to maintain their resolve. The statement read:
"We've noted the government's plan on our strike, and the threats thrown our way. We wish to advise all membership to maintain their resolve and stay calm."
The union officials allegedly urged doctors to remain calm and attentive only to the union's communications, with assurances of further updates to follow.
The situation remains uncertain, with no clear indication of whether the doctors will agree to return to work or if the strike, then in its 94th day, would continue.
The government had withdrawn a 50% salary increment offer for striking doctors, along with KSh 600 million earmarked for risk allowances. Negotiations aimed at ending the strike were also canceled, with warnings of disciplinary actions against doctors who fail to return to work immediately.
The recovered account cited reporting by Tuko.
