Davji Bhimji Atellah

Dr. Davji Bhimji Atellah is a Kenyan clinical pharmacist and the Secretary General of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU). He is also pursuing Master’s degrees in Clinical Pharmacology at Moi University and Medical Law and Ethics at the University of Edinburgh. Atellah has been a vocal advocate for healthcare workers’ rights, leading protests and negotiations to address issues like delayed intern postings, salary disparities, and inadequate healthcare funding. His leadership has resulted in agreements with county governments to employ and promote doctors, and he has represented Kenya at international forums, including the World Health Assembly, to advocate for increased healthcare funding and debt relief for low- and middle-income countries.