Labor organization's request for the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to investigate salary reductions of approx. $200 denied

In a recent development, a group of teachers has raised concerns about the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and the unions representing them, the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) and the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET).

The group claims that female teachers have approached KNUT and KUPPET branch officials with complaints regarding an unspecified issue. The allegations, if true, suggest a potential breach of trust between the teachers and their representatives.

The five KUPPET officials who have taken legal action against the TSC over this matter are Njeri Mwangi, David Njau, Jane Wambui, Michael Otieno, and Grace Kimani. They have sought investigations into the TSC by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) in both the High Court and the Employment and Labour Relations Court.

The TSC, however, maintains that it has a system in place for the payment of over 45,000 teachers. According to the Commission, this platform allows a member to start or stop a deduction, and the process is self-executing. This implies that the TSC denies any wrongdoing in the matter.

The group accuses KNUT and KUPPET of failing to protect the interests of their members. They allege that the TSC introduced an 'exit' button for KNUT and KUPPET members as a condition for salary increments. This claim suggests a potential conflict of interest, as the unions are supposed to act in the best interests of their members.

The teachers' group further alleges that TSC employees, through KNUT and KUPPET, requested deductions for the Social Welfare Association (SWA). This raises questions about the transparency and accountability of these deductions, and whether they were made with the full knowledge and consent of the affected teachers.

As the situation unfolds, it is crucial for both the TSC and the unions to address these concerns and provide clear and transparent explanations. The teachers deserve to have their issues addressed promptly and effectively, and it is the responsibility of the TSC and the unions to ensure this happens.

In the meantime, the teachers affected by these allegations are left in a state of uncertainty, hoping for a swift resolution to the matter. It is essential that the TSC and the unions act swiftly to restore trust and confidence among their members.

Labor organization's request for the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to investigate salary reductions of approx. $200 denied