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Originally published by Nation CountiesSeptember 18, 2026
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Clinical officers: These are the eight counties blocking our return to work
Medics' union faults several counties for hostility towards healthcare workers...
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The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) is accusing eight counties of blocking their return to work, prolonging a national strike over a stalled Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
- The eight holdout counties are Marsabit, Wajir, Kakamega, Lamu, Mandera, Isiolo, Uasin Gishu, and Baringo.
- KUCO National Chairman Peterson Wachira highlighted that 39 out of 47 counties have now signed the CBA, a significant increase from 11 at the strike's commencement.
- The union also cited intimidation tactics, including violence and withheld salaries, against its striking members.
- Grievances include unresolved employment status for staff hired under short-term contracts, delayed promotions, and missing allowances.
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