Navigate TSC Wealth Declaration: Ensure Compliance, Evade Penalties
Navigate TSC Wealth Declaration: Ensure Compliance, Evade Penalties. Teachers employed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) must adhere to strict wealth declaration guidelines to avoid penalties. Consequently, failure to submit details of income, assets, and liabilities by December 31, 2023, could lead to consequences such as show cause and warning letters, as well as salary stoppage.
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In the circular dated November 7, 2023, TSC CEO Dr. Nancy Macharia provided clear instructions for the declaration process. All teachers, including those on leave, interdiction, suspension, or authorized absence, are obligated to declare their financial information.
Nevertheless, interns are not obligated to fulfill this requirement. It is crucial to note that the Public Officer Ethics Act stipulates severe consequences, including fines up to Ksh. 1,000,000 or imprisonment for up to one year, for failure to submit accurate declarations or providing false information.
The declaration process is accessible only through the official @mwalimu.tsc.go.ke email address, ensuring user credibility and security. Furthermore, teachers must complete all sections accurately, and submitted declarations are automatically sent to their email for reference.
To emphasize the importance of timely declaration, TSC Director of Administrative Functions, Ibrahim Mumin, has urged an aggressive campaign. This campaign aims to encourage teachers to declare their wealth promptly. The Commission’s digitalized process eliminates manual submissions, reinforcing the necessity of complying before the December deadline.
Facilitating wealth declaration requires teachers to provide comprehensive details, including basic information (TSC number, mobile number, email, etc.), personal details (income, assets, liabilities), and relevant information about spouse, children, and witnesses.
Teachers still have the opportunity to declare their wealth by December 31, 2023, using the digitized system. Non-compliance may result in disciplinary action and further consequences as per TSC procedures. The Commission is actively addressing the low declaration rate and urges teachers to avoid a last-minute rush, utilizing various communication channels for reminders.
In summary, timely and accurate wealth declaration is crucial for TSC-employed teachers. Adherence to the specified guidelines is essential to avoid penalties and ensure a smooth process. Consequently, the Commission is actively working to address challenges and streamline the declaration process for teachers.