Doctors in Kenya have achieved a significant victory as the government released the final payment of 2017–2024 basic salary arrears, concluding a seven-year dispute. This full implementation of the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and the Return-to-Work Agreement marks a major milestone for the medical profession.

• The arrears resolve the final tranche of payments from the 2017–2024 CBA.
• Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Secretary General Davji Atellah hailed this as a historic victory.
• The development followed engagements between KMPDU and President William Ruto in May 2024, and Health Secretary Aden Duale was also acknowledged for his role.