TSC to Receive Sh17.6 Billion to Confirm 46,000 Intern Teachers in Latest Budget Adjustment
The National Assembly has reinstated vital funding for essential education sectors that were previously subjected to a significant Sh23.1 billion reduction because of proposed austerity measures.
The proposed reduction in recurrent expenditure includes Sh10 billion from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) meant for the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) implementation, Sh5 billion for the examination waiver for primary and secondary school national examinations, and Sh1.7 billion for sponsorships to students in private universities.
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The TSC will receive an additional Sh29.5 billion for teacher resource management. This allocation will be utilized as follows:
- Conversion of Intern Teachers to Permanent Terms: Sh17.6 billion to convert 46,000 intern teachers into Permanent and Pensionable terms.
- Teachers’ Medical Cover: Sh11.9 billion.
“The members of the public requested that the National Assembly ringfence the allocation for JSS as proposed by the TSC. The committee notes the concern by the public and is committed to enhancing the current allocation for hiring JSS intern teachers in FY 2024/25,” said Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro while chairing Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Nancy Macharia, TSC Chief Executive Officer, emphasized the risk of teachers losing their medical cover, including group life, group personal accident, and Work Injury Benefits Act (WIBA) covers, without adequate funding.
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The third year of the teachers’ medical contract, starting on December 1, will cost Sh20.6 billion.
TSC to Receive Sh17.6 Billion to Confirm 46,000 Intern Teachers in Latest Budget Adjustment
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