Kenyan Schools Seek Increased Funding and Fair Treatment for Interns

Kenyan Schools Seek Increased Funding and Fair Treatment for Interns

Kenyan Schools Seek Increased Funding and Fair Treatment for Interns. During the 20th Kenya Primary Schools Head Teachers Association conference, Knut, under the leadership of Secretary-General Collins Oyuu, strongly emphasized the crucial need for increased government funding across various education levels.

In addressing the issue of delayed or insufficient allocations for Free Primary Education and Free Day Secondary Education, Knut highlighted the resultant financial crises in schools. Oyuu specifically underscored the significance of ample funds for the effective implementation of educational programs.

Proposed Allocations:

– Notably, for pre-primary learners, Knut proposes an increase from Sh1,170 to at least Sh5,000 per pupil.

– Similarly, for primary schools, the union advocates for each pupil to be allocated Sh4,000, a significant increase from the current Sh1,420.

– Transitioning to junior secondary school students, Knut recommends raising their allocation from Sh15,544 to at least Sh22,000.

– Furthermore, for senior secondary school learners, Knut strongly insists on increasing the current allocation from Sh19,628 to at least Sh35,000.

In addition to funding concerns, Knut urged the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to honor its commitment to converting 46,000 intern teachers to permanent and pensionable status. The union particularly stressed the interns’ dedication and requested priority consideration during the anticipated 2024 teacher hiring.

In response to TSC’s plan to extend intern contracts until 2025, Knut vehemently defended primary headteachers against demotion. Oyuu argued that demoting headteachers is impractical and called for a comprehensive reconsideration based on the provisions of the Labour Act.

In summary, Knut’s advocacy revolves around the imperative of increased education funding, fair treatment of intern teachers, and a nuanced approach to the evolving educational landscape. The union consistently emphasizes the crucial role of financial support in ensuring the effective implementation of learning programs.

Kenyan Schools Seek Increased Funding and Fair Treatment for Interns.