This archive report was first published on 4 October 2019.
Kenya has witnessed a surge in industrial actions, with different government employees resorting to strikes as a means of expressing their grievances. This trend has become a norm in the country, with various groups taking to the streets to air their concerns.
According to various reports, the strikes are often aimed at gaining concessions from the government or drawing attention to pressing issues. The frequency and nature of these strikes have become a recurring phenomenon in Kenya.
5 Strikes to Expect in Kenya Every Year ¶
- Teachers: Known for their frequent strikes, teachers in Kenya have been on strike multiple times a year, with their salary increase being a recent exception.
- University Students: Nairobi University students have been at the forefront of strikes, often protesting issues related to HELB loans and campus problems.
- Human Rights Activists: When insecurity and land grabbing issues arise, human rights activists in Kenya take to the streets to pressure the government into action.
- Doctors: In recent years, doctors in Kenya have gone on strike to demand a review of their salaries, highlighting the ongoing struggle for better working conditions.
- Nurses: Like their counterparts in other sectors, nurses in Kenya have also been on strike, demanding fair treatment and better working conditions.
