KUPPET Issues 7-Day Strike Notice Threatening School Reopening
The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has given the government a seven-day strike notice that could seriously affect the planned reopening of schools.
The union says its members are ready to down their tools if their pressing concerns are not addressed within the given period. This development has raised worries among parents, students, and school administrators about possible disruptions to the academic calendar.
The teachers’ union has listed several key grievances. These include serious problems with the Social Health Authority (SHA) medical cover, which has left many teachers unable to access proper healthcare. KUPPET also points to a large number of unpaid medical bills, stalled promotions for deserving teachers, and the slow pace of hiring staff for Junior Secondary Schools (JSS). Additionally, the union is demanding faster implementation of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and immediate payment for teachers who marked national examinations.
These issues have built up over time and now threaten to bring teaching to a halt in many secondary schools. KUPPET argues that the government must act quickly to resolve them so that teachers can focus on their work without worrying about their welfare and rights. The union believes that addressing these matters will not only improve the working conditions of teachers but also lead to better learning outcomes for students.
Parents and education stakeholders are now watching closely to see how the government responds to the strike notice. A teachers’ strike at this stage could delay the start of the new term and affect thousands of learners who are eager to return to class. Both sides will need to engage in honest discussions in the coming days to find solutions that prevent disruption and ensure schools open smoothly. The next seven days will be critical in determining whether Kenyan classrooms remain open or face another period of uncertainty.
