The government has released Sh965 million for the payment of interns.
The Ministry of Health in a statement on Saturday said the amount will go to payment of monthly stipends and accrued arrears for nursing officers interns, clinical officers interns medical officers interns and Pharmacist interns.
According to the ministry, the amount includes Sh528 million for arrears payment and Sh110 million for regular payments for nursing and clinical officers.
“A further payment of Sh326 million has been made as arrears payment for medical officers interns, dental officers interns and Pharmacist interns,” Health CS Deborah Barasa said.
“This 100 per cent payment ensures that all posted interns in the specified cadres receive their dues without delay,” she said.
By Newshub