“Be Fair and Human” KNUT Boss Criticizes Unjust Teacher Promotions Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary General Collins Oyuu has expressed significant concerns regarding what he describes as biased teacher promotions by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). According to Oyuu, certain long-serving teachers are being unjustly overlooked in favor of newly qualified graduates. Oyuu, addressing a union event, questioned the reasoning behind promoting a teacher who graduated in 2023 instead of another who has been in the profession since 2010. He contended that this choice contradicts both logic and fairness, particularly in a field that necessitates experience and commitment.…
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Husband of teacher shot dead after withdrawing cash had previously been kidnapped and robbed. Husband of teacher murdered after taking money from bank had earlier been abducted and robbed of cash. Residents of Ekero Market in Busia are in disbelief after a female teacher from Khaunga Secondary School was shot and killed by armed criminals on Tuesday. The victim, Roselida Akinyi Wanga, was assaulted in broad daylight shortly after withdrawing Ksh. 200,000 from a bank in Mumias town. Eyewitnesses stated that the attackers, who had been following her in a small vehicle, ambushed her while she was on her way…
Good News for Teachers as 2025–2029 CBA Proposal Includes Up to Sh48,761 Risk Allowance Positive changes are on the horizon for teachers as the 2025–2029 CBA proposal suggests a risk allowance of up to Sh48,761. Through such proposals, these educators would receive compensation for the difficult environments, which can sometimes be dangerous, encountered while performing their professional responsibilities. Regarding the suggested framework of the risk allowance, greater amounts will be allocated to teachers in higher job grades. Teachers in job grade D5, earning a salary of Sh243,808. 50, will receive the largest risk allowance of Sh48,761, based on 20% of…
Police have commenced investigations after burglars broke into St. Jonathan Primary and Secondary Schools. Authorities have initiated an investigation into a burglary at St. Jonathan Primary and Secondary School located in West Kanyamamba sub-location, Rongo in Migori County. Local assistant chief George Omuono stated that the event led to the theft of multiple items, including six laptops. He indicated that the burglars gained access to the administration block that services both the primary and secondary divisions. In addition to the six laptops, the thieves also stole printed school uniforms and a gas cylinder from the primary division, none of which…
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is set to start distributing promotion letters to qualified educators this week. This encompasses those who succeeded in the recent promotion interviews for post-primary school teaching positions. Candidates who were not successful will also receive regret letters. In the meantime, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has published a complete list of promoted teachers, detailing how slots were allocated among the counties. Machakos County received the highest number of promotions with 690 teachers, while Garissa had the fewest with 303 promoted educators. The list showcased a variety of job grades and the number of positions assigned…
Topmax College Under Investigation Over Unauthorized TVET Courses. Topmax College, located in Embakasi, Nairobi, is currently facing an investigation due to allegations that it has been providing Unauthorized Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses. These courses, which encompass essential areas such as mortuary science, theatre technology, and ICT, have not received approval from the appropriate accrediting authority. Both students and their guardians are increasingly voicing their concerns regarding the ramifications of these findings. They are apprehensive about the investment of time and money, fearing that their academic progression might be nullified. Even though they have been consistently attending…
Kuppet Condemns Parliament for Dismissing Promotion of 25,000 Teachers, Warns TSC Autonomy in Jeopardy Personnel from the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET), Vihiga branch, have vehemently disagreed with the National Assembly Education Committee’s decision to annul the promotion of over 25,000 teachers, accusing Parliament of overstepping its authority and violating the independence of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). Headed by Branch Secretary General Sabala Inyeni, the officials characterized the decision as unlawful and detrimental to the morale and professional growth of educators. Inyeni contended that Members of Parliament did not possess the requisite authority or professional capabilities…
Revised TSC Teacher Promotion Policy to Focus on Age and Length of Service Acknowledgment for Long-Serving Educators In a bid to address the ongoing issue of career stagnation among teachers, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has launched new promotion guidelines. Numerous teachers, who have dedicated decades to their profession, have reportedly not received a promotion. The Commission now aims to rectify this situation by recognizing their dedication and years of service. Promotion Based on Age and Tenure As stated by Nyanza TSC Regional Director Japhet Kariuki, the updated promotion criteria will focus on a teacher’s age and length of service.…
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has called on the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to exhibit fairness and consideration during the teacher recruitment process within the country. This comes in light of the backlash over the recent promotion of 25,252 teachers. Speaking to the press on Saturday, April 19, KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu remarked that the commission should give priority to hiring teachers who finished their college education earlier than newer graduates. “The commission needs to be fair and humane. The choice of a teacher who graduated from teachers college in 2023 while neglecting those who graduated in…
TSC advises School Principals against interdicting teachers who require assistance. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has encouraged school leaders to listen to teachers more attentively and help them resolve their issues, when feasible, instead of hastily seeking their interdiction. During the closing event of the Migori County Conference of the Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) in Kisumu, Nyanza Regional TSC Director Japhat Kariuki called on the principals to approach the framing of charges for teacher interdictions more cautiously. “We have been making an error by continuously blaming the teacher, particularly those who consume alcohol and other substances. It is…
The Teacher Service Commission (TSC) has recently published its list of 25,252 teachers who have successfully attained promotions, highlighting discrepancies among counties that have sparked concern among legislators and education stakeholders. Machakos County led the list with 690 promotions, in stark contrast to Garissa’s 303, which is the lowest of all counties. The data was presented to the National Assembly Committee on Education after a request from lawmakers to review the promotions. However, the figures have elicited criticism, with concerns raised regarding the criteria applied to identify which teachers were promoted and how the slots were allocated nationwide. Legislators, spearheaded…
TSC Urges School Leaders to Help, Not Punish, Teachers in Need The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is asking school principals to support teachers who are having a hard time instead of punishing them right away. Japhat Kariuki, the TSC Director for the Nyanza region, made this statement at a recent conference for secondary school heads in Kisumu. Kariuki highlighted the importance of understanding the problems teachers face, such as issues with alcohol or personal life challenges, before taking any formal action against them. He noted that teachers often deal with social issues, like family problems, that can affect their work.…
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has come under fire for promoting 25,252 teachers across Kenya, leading to discussions about whether these promotions were fair. Machakos County had the most promotions with 690, while Garissa had the least with only 303. The way promotions were spread out among different counties and job levels has raised concerns about possible favoritism. Some lawmakers have questioned the fairness of the process in the national assembly. However, TSC insists that the promotions were fair, regardless of how many teachers applied from each county. In the financial year 2024/2025, TSC reported that 5,291 teachers received promotions…
Ruto’s Supporters Found Handing Out TSC Teacher Job Letters The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) criticized President William Ruto and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) for how they are hiring teachers. On April 19, KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu asked the President and TSC to be fair in their hiring process. This came after it was discovered that Ruto’s supporters were giving out TSC job letters. Oyuu expressed concern about how teachers are being recruited and the problems surrounding it. He pointed out that TSC is an independent body responsible for hiring teachers. “The Teachers Service Commission has somewhat…
KNUT speaks out against unfairness and political interference in hiring teachers. The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) is upset about politicians getting involved in hiring teachers. KNUT’s Secretary General, Collins Oyuu, says that this political interference is keeping qualified teachers from getting jobs. He is worried that the group in charge of hiring teachers is not doing its job properly. “Never before have we seen such issues with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). They need to do their job. The way some politicians are handing out job application forms is not right,” said Oyuu. The union is asking the…
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has officially announced a significant modification to the training schedule for Junior School (JS) educators and Trainers of Trainers (TOTs) under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). This adjustment is necessitated by the forthcoming Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays. For educators, master trainers, and other stakeholders in the education sector, the following information outlines the pertinent details regarding the revised schedule, training venues, and participant involvement. Rationale for the Adjustment The initial plan for the professional development of Junior School teachers appointed in November and December 2024 was scheduled from April 9 to April 25, 2025.…