Collins Oyuu’s Victory: Key Highlights from EIRAF Conference 2023
Collins Oyuu’s Victory: Key Highlights from EIRAF Conference 2023. In a notable development, Collins Oyuu, the Secretary General of the Kenya National Union of Teachers. Has achieved a significant victory as the Representative of zone 5 in the Executive Committee of Education International African Region (EIRAF).
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This pivotal moment unfolded as Oyuu faced off against Filbert Bates Baguma. The current Secretary General of the Uganda National Teachers’ Union, during the EIRAF conference held in Johannesburg, South Africa. The conclusion of this five-day conference on November 23, 2023, marked a crucial turning point in Oyuu’s career.
Taking over from Yohannes Benti, the president of the Ethiopian Teachers Association. Oyuu is now poised to represent the African Region on the global stage at Education International. The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) underscores its dedication to reclaiming regional, continental, and global recognition through collaborative efforts with teacher unions worldwide.
In line with this commitment, KNUT’s leadership extends heartfelt congratulations to Secretary General Oyuu and expresses best wishes for his continued success and well-being in this newfound international role. Their message resonates: “Congratulations Bwana Katibu Mkuu.”
EIRAF, a globally influential federation encompassing over 32 million members in the education sector, recently convened its 10th conference. This comprehensive gathering delved into crucial themes. Such as actualizing Early Childhood Education for All in Africa and establishing secure and healthy learning environments.
Furthermore, the discussions explored evidence-based social and policy dialogue. Along with the advocacy for academic freedom and professional autonomy in the African context. Notably, the conference, held under the auspices of South African Education International member organizations. Centered around the theme “Standing Together for Resilient Education Systems in Times of Crisis.”
Adding to the significance of the event, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a keynote speech, contributing valuable insights to the discourse on resilient education systems.