Nairobi Health Workers Protest and Continue Strike into its Tenth Week - February 2026

Residents of Nairobi continue to face a lack of medical services as a strike by healthcare workers has entered its tenth week. The ongoing industrial action is impacting access to medical care in county hospitals. In addition to the strike, Nairobi health workers are protesting, accusing Governor Sakaja of ignoring their concerns. This development indicates escalating tensions in the healthcare sector within the capital. Amidst the situation, stakeholders in Kenya's health sector are urging the government to increase investment in healthcare to improve the quality and accessibility of medical services.