KNH denies salary arrears as nurses begin strike
Acting Chief Executive Officer Richard Lesiyampe said salary payments are up to date, but noted that statutory and third-party deductions are remitted through structured arrangements tied to the hospital’s cash flow and reimbursement cycles. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news tod..
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Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has denied allegations of salary arrears as nurses commence a strike, asserting that all staff have been paid through March 2026.
- KNH states all salaries are up to date, though statutory deductions are processed based on cash flow.
- Key figures involved include KNH Acting Chief Executive Officer Richard Lesiyampe and the Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN).
- The hospital emphasized its commitment to uninterrupted specialized healthcare services and dialogue with unions.
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