23 Apr 2018 | 10:24 AM UTC
Zimbabwe: Nurses return to work April 23 /update 2
Thousands of nurses call off their strike on April 21 to allow for negotiations with the government; medical services to resume April 23
Event
On April 21, the Zimbabwe Nurses Association called on striking nurses to return to work on Monday, April 23, to facilitate negotiations with the government. Nurses had been on strike for a week. Normal medical services should resume on April 23.
Context
Some 15,000 nurses launched the strike on April 16 after the government failed to pay allowances promised since 2010. The group is also calling for better working conditions and more resources for hospitals.
Advice
Individuals in Zimbabwe are advised to avoid any associated demonstrations due to the potential for violence and confirm medical appointments as a precaution.
