Mombasa, Kenya – Doctors across Mombasa County went on strike from midnight on March 3, 2026, following the expiry of a seven‑day notice to the county government.
The industrial action started at Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital, the county’s largest public facility. Health workers cited unresolved governance issues, staffing concerns, and the suspension of the hospital CEO as reasons for the strike.
During the strike, hospitals are providing emergency care only, while outpatient clinics, elective surgeries, and routine services have been suspended.
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) called on county authorities to address salary disputes, stalled career progression, and administrative concerns immediately. Union officials warned the strike could continue until meaningful dialogue takes place.
