Kenya Special Needs Education Teachers (KUSNET) to Strike in September: 2011 CBA Unresolved
The Kenya Union of Special Needs Education Teachers (KUSNET) has announced plans to go on strike in September if the government fails to implement the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) that was signed in 2011.
The union insists on the enforcement of the Finance Act 2011, which acknowledges the CBA agreed upon with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
KUSNET is pushing for the activation of the CBA provisions, expressing frustration over the lack of progress.
During a meeting held in Narok with union officials from across the country, Secretary General James Torome emphasized their readiness for industrial action, noting that their efforts for implementation have been fruitless.
He remarked that this has left teachers demoralized. Torome stated that schools would not open if the CBA is not honored, urging parents to prepare for the potential strike.
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He also criticized the lavish lifestyle of State officers while teachers continue to suffer, which he described as intolerable.
No Negotiations After Strike Begins
Torome further clarified that KUSNET members would not report back for work in the third term and would not engage in any discussions once the strike commences.
He warned the TSC and commissioners to be prepared for the consequences.
Torome expressed disappointment over the government’s failure to act, mentioning that they have witnessed senior State officers flaunting wealth while teachers face hardships, calling the situation both sad and unacceptable.
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Challenges Facing Special Schools
In addition to the demands for the CBA, KUSNET has highlighted several issues plaguing special schools in Kenya. The union has called for urgent attention to the following problems:
- Inadequate Funding: Special schools lack sufficient financial resources to cater to their unique needs.
- Shortage of Trained Personnel: There is a significant deficit of trained teachers and support staff for special needs education.
- Insufficient Facilities: Many special schools are ill-equipped with necessary learning materials and infrastructure.
KUSNET demands that these challenges be promptly addressed to improve the quality of education for students with special needs.
Kenya Special Needs Education Teachers (KUSNET) to Strike in September: 2011 CBA Unresolved
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