Kenyan Teacher Union Seeks CPG Review
Kenyan Teacher Union Seeks CPG Review. In Homa-bay, teachers, who are part of the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Homa Bay branch, are fervently advocating for a comprehensive review of the Career Progression Guidelines (CPG). This call to action emerged following the convening of their branch’s Annual General Meeting at Nyandhiwa Teachers Training College (TTC) today.
Firstly, Stephen Yogo, a prominent figure serving as the branch’s Executive Secretary, emphasized the pressing need for this review. The CPG, in its current form, has led to a significant period of stagnation within specific job groups for teachers in the region. This issue is a cause for concern, as it affects the professional growth and financial well-being of educators.
Additionally, these teachers are passionately pushing for the introduction of hardship allowances in regions such as Suba North, Suba South, and Rachuonyo North. These allowances aim to address the unique challenges faced by educators working in these areas, recognizing the additional burdens they bear.
Advocating for Fairness and Progress in Education
Although top national union leaders were absent at the Annual General Meeting, Stephen Yogo assured the local educators that he will effectively communicate their concerns and demands to the national executive board. He will convey this message during the board’s upcoming meeting scheduled for the following Tuesday, demonstrating a strong commitment to ensuring that the voices of Homa Bay teachers are heard and their issues are addressed at the national level.
Furthermore, the responses to these pressing concerns are eagerly anticipated during the Union Annual Delegates Conference (ADC). This conference serves as a platform for discussions and decisions on matters of significance to the teaching profession. It will provide an opportunity for a comprehensive dialogue on the CPG and other related issues.
The teachers in Homa Bay have voiced several grievances during this process. To elaborate, these include dissatisfaction with deductions from their payslips, the extended period of stagnation in their careers, and the challenges arising from interactions with certain school principals. Stephen Yogo, in his role as Executive Secretary, has highlighted the financial challenges faced by Kenyan teachers. These challenges stem from continuous salary deductions imposed by the government, which have a direct impact on the economic well-being of educators in the region. The call for change is resounding and united, as teachers seek to improve their working conditions and ensure a brighter future for education in Homa Bay.