KeJuSTA Accuses KNUT of Sabotaging Intern Confirmation, Asks Teachers not to Collect TSC Show Cause Letters
The Kenya Junior School Teachers Association (KeJuSTA) has accused the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) of hindering their efforts to secure confirmation and compensation for junior school teachers.
On May 25, 2024, the Kenya Junior School Teachers Association issued an urgent notice detailing this confrontation.
KeJuSTA claims that KNUT, under the leadership of Secretary-General Mr. Collins Oyuu, has been actively working against the interests of junior school teachers.
The association made it clear that they have no relationship with KNUT and do not intend to forge one in the future. They advised their members to disregard any advice from KNUT, labeling it as ill-intentioned.
“Any advice from KNUT is ill intentioned and no one should listen to them whatsoever.”
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KeJuSTA announced in the notice that they would file a lawsuit on Monday, May 27, 2024, challenging the legality of letters circulated that they claim did not originate from their organization.
They instructed teachers not to collect these letters from sub-county directors’ offices and to ignore any directives communicated via WhatsApp or other unofficial channels.
“No one is required to pick any letters from the SCDs offices within the country.”
KeJuSTA, through their Secretary-General, Daniel Murithi K., reassured teachers that they would receive official communication directly.
KeJuSTA thanked the teachers for their solidarity and urged them to continue their protest by staying away from schools.
They highlighted the importance of resilience and determination in their struggle for fair treatment, promising that their efforts would eventually lead to success.
Daniel Murithi emphasized that their struggle requires resilience and determination, assuring members that their efforts would lead to a fair resolution for all affected teachers.
“In case a letter is sent via WhatsApp, ignore the sender and blue-tick.”
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The association also urged teachers not to respond to these letters, promising that the courts would provide direction on the matter before the 14-day response period expires.
They emphasized that the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) should send any official communication to teachers’ addresses, avoiding informal methods that could cause confusion or intimidation.
This statement underscores the growing tension between teacher associations and unions in Kenya, reflecting broader issues within the education sector. Stay tuned for more updates.
KeJuSTA Accuses KNUT of Sabotaging Intern Confirmation, Asks Teachers not to Collect TSC Show Cause Letters
