21 doctors in Tharaka Nithi get long-awaited promotions: KMPDU announces

Tharaka Nithi County has promoted 21 medical consultants from Job Group Q to S, the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has announced.

According to KMPDU Secretary General Dr. Davji Atellah, 11 doctors have already received their promotion letters this May, while the remaining 10 are expected to receive theirs in June.

“This bold and commendable step is a direct result of the Return to Work Formula (RTWF) signed on 8th May 2025, and follows the critical engagement we had with the Council of Governors on 25th April 2025,” said Dr. Atellah in a statement.

He attributed the move to the leadership of Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki, saying: “What sets this achievement apart is the decisive and efficient leadership of Governor Muthomi Njuki, who bypassed unnecessary bureaucracy, no job advertisements, no interviews, just action.”

Dr. Atellah compared the move to similar actions taken by Governors Stephen Sang (Nandi) and Mutahi Kahiga (Nyeri) in 2023.

The union has called on other counties to follow suit, saying promotions are key to motivating healthcare professionals and improving service delivery.

“This is the kind of leadership our healthcare system needs one that respects, empowers, and uplifts the very professionals it depends on. When doctors are valued, healthcare delivery flourishes. We celebrate this win and call on other counties to follow suit. Our doctors deserve no less,” Dr. Atellah said.