The Kenya National Union of Nurses has issued a notice. The notice sets a seven day window before action begins. This move signals possible disruption of care across counties nationally.
Union leaders cite delays in honoring a long standing agreement. The deal was signed in two thousand seventeen after negotiations. Officials say many terms remain unmet years later to date.
Allowances pay structures and county agreements are among concerns raised. Nurses say uneven payments have created gaps within public service. They link this to partial government follow through commitments today.
The union has criticized President William Ruto administration openly recently. A key issue involves Universal Health Coverage nurses contracts status. Many remain on temporary terms despite years of service given.
Another concern centers on delayed salary changes advised by regulators. The Salaries and Remuneration Commission SRC set timelines last year. Counties are accused of failing to apply the changes fully.
Hospitals operations have also been affected by funding delays recently. Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital was cited by union. Nurses say shortages are worsening workloads and patient safety levels.
The notice follows ongoing strikes by health workers in Nairobi. Clinicians laboratory staff and nurses are demanding better pay terms. Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has termed the action unlawful publicly.
Union officials say talks remain open during the notice period. They expect clear steps from national and county authorities leaders. Failure may lead to a nationwide nurses strike soon officially.
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