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CS Sicily Kariuki defends importation of Cuban doctors

Health Cabinet Secretary Sicily Kariuki (centre) appointed an advisory panel made up of 15 professionals that will be responsible for the the design of an affordable, responsive health benefit package for the delivery of Universal Health Coverage. PHOTO | FILE | NATION MEDIA GROUP

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By  GRACE GITAU  &  Irene Mugo

What you need to know:

  • Doctors unions have criticised decision saying local graduates must be employed first.
  • Minister says Cuban specialists will be in the country for two years.

Health Cabinet Secretary Sicily Kariuki has defended the importation of Cuban doctors, saying only specialists would be hired.

Addressing journalists in Nyeri town on Monday, the minister said bringing in Cuban doctors would reduce the shortage of specialists in Kenya.

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