30 May 2024 | 03:57 PM UTC
Mozambique: Unionized healthcare workers suspend nationwide strike as of May 30 /update 10
Healthcare workers suspend strike in Mozambique as of May 30 following progress is negotiations with government; possible disruptions.
Unionized healthcare workers have suspended their ongoing nationwide strike as of May 30 following negotiations with the authorities. The strike started on April 29. Approximately 50,000 healthcare professionals participated in the strike. Union leaders claim that over 1,000 unattended patients died from a lack of services.
Latent delays and disruptions are likely at medical facilities as professionals work through backlogs.
Confirm medical appointments as a precaution. Plan for service delays; if possible, contact facilities in advance for information about wait times, which could vary.
This is the latest strike in a series of similar actions dating back to November 2022. Workers are demanding increased funding and better working conditions, among other requests. The walk-outs typically last several weeks before talks resume. Authorities have also been able to lobby unions to cancel strikes over the health risks posed by closing medical facilities. Further strikes are possible.
