KNUT Calls Off Strike, Teachers to Return to Classrooms as Negotiations Continue
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has announced that teachers should report to work for the new school term following the withdrawal of their planned strike notice. The decision comes after extended discussions between KNUT and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu confirmed that the union decided to withdraw the strike notice, which was set to expire at midnight, after recognizing progress in addressing their concerns. In a statement, Oyuu emphasized that ongoing administrative efforts were in place to resolve remaining issues.
This move reflects KNUT’s commitment to finding a peaceful resolution and facilitating continued educational operations. Oyuu instructed all KNUT members to resume their duties on Monday, signaling a return to normalcy in schools.
However, the educational landscape remains turbulent as the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) confirmed that its planned strike will proceed as scheduled. KUPPET’s decision follows a meeting where 66 members voted in favor of industrial action due to unresolved grievances.
KUPPET’s strike aims to address long-standing issues such as inadequate compensation, poor working conditions, and insufficient school infrastructure. The union argues that the government’s inaction has left no alternative but to push for their demands through a nationwide strike starting August 26, 2024.
As negotiations continue, the situation in Kenya’s education sector remains fluid, with KNUT’s move reflecting a strategic pause and KUPPET’s action underscoring persistent discontent among educators.
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