KUPPET Announces Mother Of All Demos Nationwide Tomorrow

KUPPET Announces Mother Of All Demos Nationwide Tomorrow

The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has pledged to persist with its nationwide teachers’ strike, with Secretary General Akelo Misori asserting that the strike has grown into a broader struggle for justice within the education sector.

Following a National Executive Council meeting in Nairobi, Misori voiced frustration with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), accusing it of undermining the Ministry of Labor’s role in resolving labor disputes. He emphasized that KUPPET had adhered to all legal processes in launching the strike, but TSC had neglected its conciliatory responsibilities, opting instead for punitive actions against the union and its members rather than engaging in meaningful dialogue.

Misori explained that KUPPET’s demands go beyond salary increases, focusing on the need to review career progression frameworks and to properly acknowledge teachers’ academic advancements.

Strike to Continue

During the meeting, KUPPET leadership noted that the strike has significantly disrupted schools across the country, with teachers remaining steadfast in their decision to stay home until their demands are addressed.

KUPPET Announces Mother Of All Demos Nationwide Tomorrow

Misori criticized TSC’s attempts to convince principals to keep schools open during the strike, warning that such actions could be dangerous, especially with unqualified staff overseeing students. He urged parents and school administrators to be cautious and to avoid participating in what he called “mischievous arrangements” by the TSC.

“You cannot leave students in the care of unqualified staff. The teachers who are qualified and competent to handle these students are the ones currently on strike. KUPPET will not be held responsible for any risks parents take by keeping their children in school under these circumstances,” Misori warned.

Misori Challenges the Government and TSC

Misori also called on the TSC and the government to honor the negotiation process as required by international labor conventions. He criticized the TSC for its reluctance to engage in productive discussions and its failure to recognize teachers’ educational advancements. He insisted that KUPPET would not relent, viewing the strike as a fight against longstanding injustices in the education sector.

In his closing remarks, Misori reaffirmed KUPPET’s commitment to correcting these injustices and stated that the union would continue its industrial action until meaningful progress is made. He emphasized that the strike is not a show of defiance but a necessary step towards securing fair treatment for teachers throughout Kenya.