Nyamira ECDE Teachers Threaten Strike to Recover Two Years’ Back Pay
Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE) teachers in Nyamira are facing severe hardships as their pay have gone unpaid for two years.
The distraught teachers, who gathered in Nyamira town, expressed their frustrations and desperation, citing the long-standing issue of delayed payments. They warned of an impending strike if their salaries are not promptly paid.
The teachers accused Governor Amos Nyaribo’s administration of corruption and negligence. According to them, despite their contracts not being converted into permanent and pensionable terms, the government continues to exploit them by withholding their rightful payments.
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Janet Moraa, one of the aggrieved teachers, mentioned that numerous appeals to the governor to address their plight have been ignored.
Calls for Accountability
The teachers further criticized the County Executive for Education, Emily Ongaga, for her inaction regarding their concerns. They threatened to storm her office and remove her due to her perceived indifference.
The teachers emphasized that despite their dedication to providing quality services, the government’s failure to pay them has led to severe personal consequences, including strained relationships with landlords and difficulties in providing for their families.
One of the teachers, Alfred Mokaya, highlighted the emotional toll of the situation, stating that they are now burdened with debt and subjected to undeserved ridicule from friends. The ongoing financial struggle has left them feeling disheartened and undervalued.
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The ECDE teachers’ threat to strike comes at a time when secondary school teachers are also on strike, now entering its fourth day despite a court order issued two days ago. The situation underscores a broader sense of unrest and dissatisfaction among educators in the region.
Nyamira ECDE Teachers Threaten Strike to Recover Two Years’ Back Pay
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