JUST IN: Clinical Officers Issue Strike Notice Over Unmet Demands 

  The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) has announced a nationwide strike set to begin at midnight on February 18, 2025, citing the government’s failure to address their long-standing grievances. Clinical officers under the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) program accuse the government of neglecting critical issues, including employment terms, salary harmonization, and unpaid benefits. In a statement, KUCO expressed frustration over what they termed as persistent government inaction, despite submitting multiple petitions, written memoranda, and official correspondences. The union outlined several key demands, including salary harmonization with civil service employees, immediate payment of gratuity for years served, and a transition to permanent and pensionable employment terms. Additionally, KUCO is demanding the remittance of National Social Security
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