Volunteer Group Halts Medical Services Amid Protest Violence

In a recent development, the volunteer group ‘Medics for Kenya’ has announced the termination of its nationwide medical camp services, which provided emergency medical aid during the anti-Finance Bill 2024 protests. Co-founders Dr. Austin Omondi and Dr. Salim Ishmael cited escalating violence and the presence of disruptive elements as key reasons for this decision, highlighting the increased risk to their volunteers, including doctors, nurses, and paramedics. Despite the cessation of on-ground services, their hotlines will remain operational, and they will continue to coordinate with emergency services and referral hospitals. Dr. Omondi, who was previously abducted and assaulted during the protests, reassured the public of their ongoing commitment to serve Kenyans and advocate for medical personnel rights.