Mombasa nurses’ strike enters fourth day as patients report disrupted services (peopledaily.Digital)
The nurses’ strike in Mombasa, Kenya, has entered its fourth day, with patients at local health facilities reporting delayed treatment and reduced services. The industrial action, which began on Monday, August 3, 2026, has led to significant disruptions in healthcare delivery.
At one public hospital, mothers with newborn babies said they had been left waiting for medical attention, alleging that nurses were not attending to their needs. The strike, which is part of a broader nationwide labor action, has raised concerns about the impact on patient care.
Health officials have called for a resolution to the strike, emphasizing the urgent need for medical services. The situation remains under review as both the nursing union and hospital management continue negotiations.
Patients continue to express frustration over the lack of access to essential care, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the healthcare system in the region.
