🌎 LAIKIPIA COUNTY:
#PROGRESS THROUGH SOCIAL DIALOGUE
Mid-week, KMPDU held a constructive meeting with the Governor and the County Government of Laikipia in Nanyuki to discuss healthcare services and the welfare of doctors.
H.E. Joshua Irungu, EGH previously honored a pre-2022 pact with KMPDU by reinstating doctors who had been illegally dismissed under the previous administration, promoting 37 doctors, and facilitating payment of KES 400 million in arrears for promotions and unpaid salaries.
KEY OUTCOMES
1. Absorption of Casual Doctors
Doctors serving on casual terms will be absorbed on Permanent and Pensionable terms by 18th March 2026.
2. Upgrading of Specialists
35 specialists will be upgraded by 1st April 2026:
- 4 from Job Group P to R
- 31 from Job Group N/P to Q
3. Study Leave
The County will provide feedback by 18th March 2026 on doctors applying for further studies.
4. Employment of Additional Doctors
5 doctors have been recruited and will receive Permanent and Pensionable appointment letters by 18th March 2026.
KMPDU will continue to monitor implementation and defend the welfare of doctors.