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Protest as University Student Commits Suicide Citing Academic Frustrations by Female Lecturer. A 21-year-old university student was found dead in an apparent suicide, reportedly caused by academic frustrations involving a female lecturer. The tragic discovery was made on Wednesday, December 11, at approximately 9:00 am in Waiteithie Estate, Nairobi, where the student’s body was found hanging from the top of an apartment wall. Passers-by were the first to notice the body hanging from the apartment and immediately alerted nearby residents. Shortly afterward, fellow students from the deceased’s institution arrived at the scene and identified the body as that of their…

KNUT Alleges TSC’s Backdoor Delocalization as Hidden Criteria for Teacher Promotion. The Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) has raised concerns over the covert implementation of the delocalisation policy, which was halted in 2022. The union has urged the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to revise its approach to teacher promotions. According to Knut Secretary-General Collins Oyuu, promotions are being linked to conditions requiring teachers to serve in specific regions, effectively reintroducing delocalisation through indirect means. During the union’s delegates’ conference in Mombasa, Oyuu emphasized that using promotions as a backdoor for delocalisation is unacceptable. He pointed out instances where teachers…

Drama Erupts as JSS Teachers Demands 500 National Positions in KNUT Before Joining At a recent Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) conference, Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers raised demands to secure representation within the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT). Currently unaffiliated with any union, the teachers expressed a desire to join KNUT but outlined specific conditions for membership, including the allocation of 500 national positions within the union’s structure. Representing the group, Mr. Omari highlighted that JSS teachers have endured numerous unresolved challenges due to the absence of union representation. He explained that teachers had been advised to…

KNUT Advocate for TSC Policy Change on Acting Positions for Teachers. During the Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) conference, delegates discussed and unanimously recommended that no teacher should hold an acting position in a role beyond their job group. This practice, according to Knut, has placed teachers at a disadvantage. The teachers highlighted that when such acting positions are eventually filled, those who held the roles temporarily are often overlooked due to their lower job group, despite their service in the acting capacity. Knut further emphasized that acting positions should only be awarded to teachers whose grades are close…

TSC CEO Says 300,000 Teachers Retooled on CBC, 20,000 Currently Being Recruited At the Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) delegates conference held in Mombasa, Teachers Service Commission (TSC) CEO Nancy Macharia conveyed optimism about resolving any arising issues amicably with teachers. Macharia emphasized that the cordial relationship between TSC and teachers has created a favorable environment for collaboration to improve the education sector. The TSC and the Ministry of Education expressed readiness for the rollout of Grade 9 in January 2025. The commission assured parents of its commitment to deploy adequately trained teachers to cater to the pioneer class.…

KNUT Pushes for Teacher Promotions, Better Salaries and Conditions in 2025-2029 CBA. The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has reiterated that the 2025-2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) must prioritize addressing key concerns of teachers. These include enhanced salaries, timely promotions, and improved working conditions for educators across the country. Key Highlights of the 64th ADC The union’s National Chairman, Patrick Karinga, emphasized the importance of the CBA while addressing delegates at the 64th Annual Delegates Conference (ADC) held at Sheikh Zayed Hall in Mombasa on December 10, 2024. He acknowledged the invaluable contributions of teachers to the nation and…

TSC to Replace 6,000 Teachers The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) plans to advertise 6,000 replacement slots to fill vacancies left by teachers who have exited the service due to natural attrition. This announcement was made during the 64th Annual Delegates Conference (ADC) of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) held at Sheikh Zayed Hall in Mombasa. The replacement process will adhere to TSC’s Code of Regulations. By the end of December, over 10,000 teachers will leave the TSC payroll upon reaching the mandatory retirement age. Among those retiring, a significant number are classroom teachers, while others hold administrative roles.…

Nancy Macharia to Retire as TSC CEO After a Decade of Service. Nancy Macharia, the CEO of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), has announced her retirement, set for early next year, concluding her ten-year term. Appointed in June 2015 and reappointed in 2020, she made the announcement during the Kenya National Union of Teachers’ (Knut) annual general meeting in Mombasa. Reflecting on her tenure, she expressed gratitude to Knut for their professionalism and support over the years. Join Teachers Updates on Facebook She acknowledged the partnership with Knut and shared her satisfaction with their collaborative efforts to enhance the teaching…

President Ruto Advocates for Local Teachers in Pastoralist Regions, Promises 20,000 New Teacher Jobs. During a recent address in Wajir, President William Ruto reiterated his commitment to addressing the education challenges faced by pastoralist communities. Emphasizing the need for local teachers, the president highlighted the importance of pastoralists embracing teaching as a profession to ensure sustainable education in their regions. President Ruto pointed out that many pastoralist communities appreciate education but overlook the critical role of teachers. He stated that relying on teachers from other areas has often led to classrooms without instructors, especially during periods of crisis when external…

Government to Roll Out New TVET Funding Model Before Christmas. A new funding model for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (Tvet) institutions is set to be unveiled before Christmas, according to Dr. Esther Thaara Muoria, the Principal Secretary of Tvet. The model promises significant changes from the existing university funding framework and aims to address unique challenges in the Tvet sector. Dr. Muoria emphasized that this model will provide guaranteed funding of Sh85,000 annually to every Tvet student, regardless of their background. This initiative is expected to significantly ease the financial burden on students and their families. While commissioning…