Kenyan nurses suspend strike for six weeks after reaching wage agreement with government

Published at: 10/09/2026 03:08 PM

The Kenyan nurses' union agreed to suspend the national strike that paralyzed the public health system for 42 days, after signing a return to work agreement with government authorities that includes labor demands and an adjustment in wage compensation.

The understanding between the union leadership and government entities contemplates an increase in risk subsidies and work allowances for health personnel, a measure aimed at restoring medical care in more than 22 counties in the country.

In this regard, union spokespersons pointed out that the signing of this agreement restores outstanding wage commitments and lays the foundations for dignifying professional practice in the state healthcare network.

The measure of force, which lasted six weeks, was caused by a breach of previous collective agreements and the demand for improvements in the conditions of public schools. During the paralysis, the health network faced severe interruptions in healthcare services, which accelerated consultation tables between the Executive and the union representatives.

With the formalization of the labor agreement, nursing staff gradually resume their work in the public hospital network. The resolution of the conflict highlights the relevance of collective bargaining and trade union organization in safeguarding the rights of the working class and the restoration of health services for the Kenyan population.

Mazo News Team