Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced on Thursday that an agreement had been reached with doctors during a meeting at his official residence.
“The government values and respects our health workers and their profession,” Kindiki stated, emphasizing the government’s commitment to resolving outstanding issues through continued dialogue.
He assured that intern doctors would soon receive their salaries, as stipulated in the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which entitles them to a monthly pay of KSh 207,000.
“By Saturday, all intern doctors will receive their payslips, and funds will reflect in their accounts,” the Deputy President confirmed.
Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Secretary General Davji Atellah echoed this progress, noting that interns’ payslips now reflect updated salaries in line with the CBA.
Additionally, 50% of basic salary arrears are being disbursed, with Kwale County leading the way in payments. Fees for 44 doctors have also been covered, allowing them to pursue professional development without financial barriers.
Atellah revealed that Sh65 million has been allocated to support registrars and urged them to submit the necessary documents to benefit from the fund.
“We are monitoring the disbursement process closely and expect all doctors across counties to receive their payments by Monday or Tuesday,” he said, lauding the union’s collective efforts toward equity, respect, and fairness in the medical profession.
