President Ruto emphasized the need for doctors to understand the government’s financial constraints, stating that resources are limited and cannot sustain high salaries and allowances.

President Ruto highlighted the government’s efforts to reduce the country’s high wage bill, currently at 47% of revenue, aiming to bring it down to the legal requirement of 35% to free up resources for other sectors.

President Ruto clarified that intern doctors receive a stipend of KSh70,000 per month, not a salary, with the government capable of absorbing all 1,500 interns at this rate.

Kenya will host a conference on April 15-17 to address the nation’s wage bill, emphasizing the government’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and prudent financial management.

Kenya will host a conference on April 15-17 to address the nation’s wage bill, emphasizing the government’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and prudent financial management.