President William Ruto has assured teachers across the country that their salaries and pending arrears will be fully paid within two days.....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
Addressing educators in Migori County, Ruto emphasized his government’s commitment to clearing all dues as stipulated in the 2021-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
“I want to assure the teachers that the government of Kenya has provided KSh 13 billion to ensure that we cover your arrears. By the end of this month, all your dues will be paid,” Ruto stated. This announcement comes at a time when many teachers have been expressing discontent over delayed payments, which has led to ongoing strikes, particularly by the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET).
The President also called upon intern Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers to be patient as the government formulates plans to promote them to permanent positions. “The Teacher Service Commission and Ministry of Education have started putting in place a program to ensure that all JSS teachers have been confirmed,” he reassured, underscoring the government’s dedication to improving job security for educators.
The urgency of Ruto’s address is underscored by noticeable declines in student attendance at secondary schools, sparked by recent industrial actions. While schools reopened for the third term on August 26, strikes by KUPPET have affected classroom attendance, raising concerns among parents and education stakeholders alike.
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba Migos announced that the government plans to disburse salary increments for July and August by Friday, August 30, further addressing the grievances that have led to strikes.
President Ruto thanked the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) for their decision to return to the classroom following successful negotiations…CONTINUE READING>>
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