Author: Hezron Rooy

Oyuu Clarifies KNUT’s Withdrawal From Teachers Strike, Key Factors, Gains, and KUPPET-TSC Deadlock Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary General, Collins Oyuu, has clarified the recent withdrawal of the union’s strike notice. Contrary to some misconceptions, Oyuu emphasized that KNUT did not call off the strike but merely withdrew the notice. He explained that labor unions must alert the Minister of Labor before presenting a strike notice to the employer, in this case, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). The decision to withdraw the strike notice followed extensive consultations with the National Executive Council, which holds the authority to call…

Behind Closed Doors: Efforts to Stop the Teachers’ Strike The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET), leading the teachers’ strike, is intensifying efforts across the education sector to resolve the dispute. The strike, which began on August 26, 2024, stems from grievances over the delayed implementation of the final phase of the 2021-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which teachers had expected to reflect in their August salaries. On Thursday morning, KUPPET officials met with Julius Melly, the Chairman of the Education Committee of the National Assembly, to present their perspective on the strike and propose a return-to-work formula.…

Ruto Assures Confirmation of 46,000 JSS Intern Teachers in Two Months President William Ruto has pledged to confirm all 46,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) intern teachers to permanent and pensionable positions within the next two months. He explained that the government has already allocated the necessary funds, and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is currently working on the confirmation process.  “All the 46,000 teachers that were interns I am going to confirm them in the next two months. We have given the money for their confirmation, now Teacher Service Commission is working on the process to confirm all of them.”…

Striking KUPPET Teachers Demand TSC CEO Nancy Macharia’s Resignation As the teachers’ strike continues, a group of educators in Kericho County, represented by the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET), has called for the resignation of Teachers Service Commission (TSC) boss Nancy Macharia. The demand comes after a court order temporarily halted the ongoing strike, a decision that has sparked frustration among the striking teachers. Accusing Macharia of violating labor rules, the teachers argue that negotiations, not court orders, should resolve disputes. They remain defiant, insisting that they will not be intimidated by the TSC’s actions, and are…

KUPPET Affirms Teachers Strike Continuation After TSC’s Rejection The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has confirmed that the ongoing strike will continue as initially planned. This announcement follows the Teachers Service Commission’s (TSC) refusal to comply with the union’s request to end the strike. In a letter to KUPPET Secretary Akello Misori, the TSC reiterated that the union must end the work boycott, citing a Tuesday court order mandating the cessation of the strike. The union disclosed that the TSC had initially reached out to discuss possible solutions to the ongoing industrial action. However, a letter from the…

TSC Fails to Deduct Union Dues for KUPPET from Teachers’ Salaries Teachers were surprised by a Sh13 billion salary increment announced on Thursday, which dealt a significant blow to the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet). The Teachers Service Commission (TSC), the primary employer of teachers in the country, has not deducted union dues from the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) members’ payslips. This action reflects the commission’s disapproval of the ongoing strike by secondary school teachers, which continues despite partial fulfillment of their demands. Pay Adjustments and Strike Developments Several KUPPET branch officials confirmed…

TSC Insists KUPPET Ends Teachers Strike Before Talks Begin The Teachers’ Service Commission (TSC) has firmly stated that secondary school teachers must end their strike before any negotiations can take place. This ultimatum followed a request by the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) to meet with the commission to discuss a return-to-work formula. TSC emphasized that discussions would only proceed once the teachers complied with a court order that had suspended the strike. In a letter to TSC CEO Dr. Nancy Macharia, KUPPET Secretary General Akelo Misori stressed that KUPPET is a law-abiding institution willing to resolve…

Ministry of Education Deploys 2,000 Trainers to 242 TVETS Institutions The Ministry of Education has recently deployed 2,000 new trainers to Technical, Vocational Education Training Institutions (TVETs) across the country. This move aims to address the trainer-student ratio and ensure that training provided aligns with market demands. These trainers have been assigned to 242 institutions, bringing the total number of trainers to 9,351, serving a student population of 420,559. The student population is expected to grow to over 700,000 in the coming years. Julius Ogamba, the Ministry’s Cabinet Secretary (CS), announced that the government is planning to hire an additional…

KUPPET Writes to Teachers Service Commission (TSC) For Talks The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has softened its previously rigid position by reaching out to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) with a willingness to negotiate. KUPPET had initially adopted a firm stance on Wednesday, choosing to continue their strike despite a court order mandating them to return to work. The union had directed its members to ignore the court’s directive and proceed with the strike, with KUPPET Secretary General Akello Misori confirming their defiance. On Tuesday, a court order was issued by Justice James Rika, temporarily restraining KUPPET…

Senior Schools Placement to be Done According to Pathways, PS Kipsang The Kenyan government is conducting a pilot study for the Junior Secondary Education Assessment exam. This initiative aims to develop a comprehensive model to assist teachers in preparing students for the assessment process. Basic Education Principal Secretary (PS), Dr. Belio Kipsang, emphasized the significance of this assessment. He explained that it is crucial for tracking students’ progress and understanding their ability to apply the knowledge they have acquired. The assessment moves beyond mere memorization, focusing instead on practical application. The pilot exam, conducted for Grade 8 students from July…