Teachers recruitment Stories

TSC begins deployment of teachers to Junior Schools to address shortages
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 15, 2025

Teachers serving under permanent and pensionable terms in public primary schools and meeting the specified qualifications will be considered for deplo...

TSC to promote 28,288 teachers in 2025 as funding from government increases
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 09, 2025

Muturi emphasised that the promotions reflect the commission's ongoing commitment to recognising and rewarding the hard work of educators.

Trade unions registrar rejects Kuppet’s proposal to have its officials retire at 65
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 09, 2025

The decision by the registrar also follows objections from union members on both procedural and substantive grounds.

From classrooms to the streets: Inside a tough and turbulent year for Kenyan teachers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 01, 2025

From primary schools to universities, the year was punctuated by multiple strikes that disrupted learning and exposed deep-seated issues.

Kenya’s 2024 academic year marred by multiple crises
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 27, 2024

A primary challenge was the delayed release of capitation funds, which is critical for the operation of public schools.

TSC to replace over 8,700 teachers in public schools
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 17, 2024

The vacancies are spread across public primary, junior, and secondary schools, with 5,862 positions in primary schools, 21 in junior schools, and 2,82...

TSC rolls out 19,000 vacancies for principals, headteachers, senior teachers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 16, 2024

The TSC noted that the recruitment aims to address stagnation in job groups and relieve teachers currently performing administrative duties in acting...

TSC CEO Nancy Macharia to step down after decade-long tenure
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 11, 2024

Macharia, who took office in June 2015 and was reappointed in 2020, shared the news during her address at the KNUT AGM in Mombasa.

Teachers demand up to 100% salary increase to combat high cost of living
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 18, 2024

KUPPET Secretary General Akelo Misori argues that the sharp rise in the cost of essential goods since 2017 has had a significant impact on teachers ne...

TSC under fire for slow recovery of Sh358 million in overpaid salaries
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2024

The push for urgent action comes after the TSC responded to an audit query regarding the excess payments, revealing that it has yet to recover the ful...

TSC announces 5,690 vacancies for school heads nationwide
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 12, 2024

The commission is looking to recruit 755 principals at Grade D3 and T-scale 13, and 816 deputy principals III at Grade D1 and T-scale 11.

Primary school heads to be considered for principal status, says CS Ogamba
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 08, 2024

Ogamba acknowledged the additional responsibilities headteachers will face with the start of Grade 9 in January 2025.

School heads concerned over inadequate funds for building Grade 9 classrooms
Farhiya Hussein  |  Nov 05, 2024

KEPSHA Chairman Johnson Nzioka said that the current allocation of Sh1 million per classroom is insufficient.

KNUT Garissa branch calls for urgent action on teacher shortage crisis
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 03, 2024

Abdirizack explained that the prolonged shortage of teachers has severely affected both learners and teachers, with the latter overburdened by excessi...

Teachers Service Commission advertises 20,000 new JSS positions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 29, 2024

While the internship is unpaid, participants will receive a monthly stipend of Sh20,000, minus statutory deductions.

Knut seeks sabbatical leave for teachers pursuing political, academic goals
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 26, 2024

First National Vice Chairman Malel Langat emphasised that teachers should not lose their jobs or benefits while seeking professional growth or politic...

Grade 9 transition faces uncertainties over teacher shortage, infrastructure challenges
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 24, 2024

Currently, junior schools remain critically understaffed, with staffing levels failing to match the required skill sets.

TSC admits shortage of Science educators despite overall teacher surplus in Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 23, 2024

"We are aware of situations where Arts teachers are teaching science. They often just read the material back to students." Kabondo Kasipul MP Eva Obar...

Teachers demand new allowances in upcoming CBA talks
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 21, 2024

KUPPET's Assistant Treasurer Ronald Tonui stressed the importance of a standing allowance, noting that teaching is a physically taxing job.

Teachers propose pension law reforms to fast-track payouts for retirees
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 21, 2024

The union has raised concerns over the extended waiting period teachers endure before receiving their pensions, sometimes lasting more than three year...

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