The President said the Affordable Housing Board had signed an agreement with the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) and the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) in September 2025 to secure the allocation
By Chrispho OwuorKNUT officials from the Rift Valley say the affected teachers had already chosen KNUT as their union and should not have been shifted to another organisation without their consent.
By Bradley BosireKenya Private Schools Association (KPSA) chairman Christopher Kambi said the proposed punishment for running an unregistered school was too severe and called for a process that gives those accused an opportunity to respond before facing heavy penalties.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe National Parents Association asked Parliament to give parents’ associations formal recognition in law and establish a dedicated fund to support their work.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe union is also calling for action on the proposed 2026 Career Progression Guidelines, which it says have faced delays in approval and budgeting by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe teachers presented their concerns, particularly on career stagnation, promotions, housing, medical cover and the implementation of their collective bargaining agreement.
By Maureen KinyanjuiRuaraka MP Tom Kajwang’ and Seme MP James Nyikal have demanded evidence from National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula after he alleged that some MPs receive TSC employment letters that could be used to help constituents—and that some may be sold to jobseekers.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe controversy comes as TSC has advertised 20,000 permanent and pensionable positions for junior schools, putting the commission's recruitment process under close attention.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe ultimatum follows claims that SHA has not acted on commitments contained in two joint communiqués signed on March 10 and April 23, 2026, which were meant to address weaknesses in the teachers' medical scheme.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKuppet Secretary-General Akello Misori said the union will immediately seek fresh negotiations with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) so that teachers' salaries are aligned with those of other public servants.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTeachers in Grades C2 and C3 are among those receiving the biggest pay rise, with Secondary Teacher I officers in Grade C3 benefiting from the highest monthly increase of Sh2,055. Deputy Principals II will receive the lowest adjustment of Sh693.
By Samuel OtienoThe association says that by the second term of 2026, schools had received only 56 per cent of the funds expected for the year, leaving institutions with a funding gap equivalent to 24 per cent of the annual allocation per learner. The government currently provides Sh22,244 per student each year.
By Maureen KinyanjuiEarlier, Budget and Appropriations Committee Chairperson Sam Atandi confirmed that the supplementary budget had included funds meant to address the backlog in payments to teachers involved in exam administration.
By Bradley BosireThe Ol Kalou parliamentary seat became vacant following the death of David Kiaraho, who had served as the area’s Member of Parliament for three terms.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking on Saturday during the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Homa Bay Branch Thanksgiving Ceremony, Mbadi said consultations with the Ministry of Education were already underway and the allocation was being integrated into the current budget process.
By David AbonyoUnder the arrangement, Sh300,000 last expense payments for deceased principal members are now ready, with the Ministry confirming that all verified claims have been processed and will be released.
By Chrispho OwuorKUPPET National Chairman Omboko Milemba said teachers have resorted to harambees to meet medical expenses, with members already raising Sh1.5 million alongside the union.
By Bradley BosireKuppet has called on the Teachers Service Commission and the Social Health Authority to reform the Public Officers’ Medical Scheme Fund, insisting that the current system leaves teachers vulnerable when seeking treatment.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe proposal has received backing from the Kenya Association of Junior School Teachers, the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET), and over 50,000 educators who advocate for the recognition of Junior Secondary Schools as a distinct education level.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKUPPET is developing a structured plan with the National Assembly Education Committee to ensure promotions are carried out on time and adequate funds are allocated to meet government targets.
By Maureen Kinyanjuiteacher trainees stranded in Tanzania due to ongoing political turmoil in the neighbouring country. Addressing the press on Friday, Kuppet Secretary-General Akelo Misori said the situation is dire, with some Kenyan teachers reportedly losing their lives, while others have received threats for alleged involvement in protests.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKUPPET officials led by chairman Omboko Milemba said many schools are struggling to stay afloat financially just as students prepare for national examinations.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe debate comes after former Prime Minister Raila Odinga proposed transferring the management of primary and secondary education to counties to reduce bureaucracy and bring services closer to citizens.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe teachers are demanding that junior schools be recognised as a distinct tier, separate from both primary and senior schools
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe union drew comparisons with recent changes in the National Police Service (NPS), where officers who had been in the same rank for more than a decade were promoted without interviews or advertised vacancies.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKuppet officials argue that abolishing the scheme (MKL Minet) without their consent would breach the CBA and amount to an unfair labour practice.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKUPPET Secretary-General Akello Misori said schools are increasingly strained by inadequate funding
By Brenda SockyKUPPET Secretary General Akelo Misori said most schools are in deep financial trouble, with many struggling to keep learners in school due to unpaid fees and lack of operational funds.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe union has issued a stern warning of a nationwide strike if talks do not commence within the next week.
By Brenda SockyEducation Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has maintained that the law must be followed and warned of consequences for any principal who demands unauthorized levies.
By Maureen Kinyanjui