Nurses Refuse to End Strike Despite Court Order - August 2026

Nurses across Kenya have refused to end their nationwide strike despite a court order to resume work. Dozens of health workers staged a protest outside the Council of Governors' headquarters on Thursday, directly challenging the court's directive. Narok County has announced plans to hire over 200 health workers to improve medical services amid the ongoing healthcare crisis. The Council of Governors reports that counties collectively owe KSh 156.8 billion despite improved revenue collection. The Senate has exposed counties over ballooning wage bills and poor spending practices, with a ranking released showing the top 10 best-performing governors.