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Didacus Malowa, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
Nairobi - President William has told off the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists' Union (KMPDU) over their demands.
During his Labour Day speech at Uhuru Gardens, the head of state revealed that the government had committed to implementing 17 KMPDU's demands.
Ruto insisted that the government was broke and hence couldn't fulfil the remaining two demands by KMPDU.
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He urged the doctors' union to call their members back to work, adding that they would seek to resolve their issues down the road when the economy is self-sustaining.
"Out of the 19 issues, the government has agreed to 17; two remain pending because it's not feasible due to lack of funds. We're asking our doctors to return to work, and we'll address the remaining issues. We'll strengthen the economy, and everyone will get their fair share," Ruto said.
The president further pointed out that he was not in the business of seeking popularity, reiterating his earlier statement on making tough and unpopular decisions.
Ruto added that he was not elected to be popular among Kenyans, adding that it was time Kenyans were honest about the situation.
"We must be brutally honest with each other. There's no need to seek popularity. We weren't elected to be popular," Ruto added.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, current affairs journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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