The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) issued a formal condemnation on August 16 regarding the reported arrest, harassment, and assault of medical interns in Uganda. The union expressed strong opposition to the treatment of these healthcare workers, who were reportedly detained while advocating for improved working conditions.
In its statement, the KMPDU warned that the actions taken against the Ugandan interns pose a significant threat to regional efforts aimed at strengthening healthcare systems. The union is calling for broader regional intervention to address the situation and protect the rights of medical professionals.
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