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June 30, 2026
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Health Workers Issue Strike Notices for 3 Counties Starting Tomorrow

Health Workers Issue Strike Notices for 3 Counties Starting Tomorrow

The decision has been triggered by what the workers describe as prolonged uncertainty over their contracts, despite the county government being aware of their employment terms...

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Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers in Homabay, Siaya, and Meru counties have issued a strike notice, threatening to cease duties starting midnight Wednesday, July 1, due to unresolved employment terms.

  • Workers are demanding written confirmation and timelines for their transition to permanent and pensionable status, rejecting contract extensions.
  • The strike follows President William Ruto's directive for governors to absorb over 7,000 UHC workers into permanent positions, with Ksh8.9 billion allocated in the 2026-2027 budget.
  • Governors, represented by the Council of Governors (CoG), have stated they lack sufficient funds to absorb all workers without national government assistance.

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