C
Originally published by Capital Newstop
February 24, 2026
3h ago
KMPDU threatens strike over Coast General Hospital CEO interdiction

KMPDU has threatened industrial action after the interdiction of Coast General Hospital CEO Dr. Iqbal Khandwalla, as residents and hospital board defend the decision...
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) is threatening a strike within seven days over the interdiction of Dr. Iqbal Khandwalla, the Chief Executive Officer of Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital, by the County Government of Mombasa.
- KMPDU alleges the interdiction was "politically motivated" and procedurally flawed, lacking a show-cause letter.
- KMPDU National Secretary General, Davji Bhimji Atellah, is leading the union's threat of industrial action.
- The hospital's board defends the decision, citing concerns over institutional governance and strained stakeholder relations.
Continue Reading
Read the complete article from Capital News
Advertisement
Advertisement





