Lecturers at Moi University have issued a seven-day strike notice, threatening to down tools starting August 20, 2025. The Universities' Academic Staff Union (UASU) cites multiple grievances, primarily the university's failure to pay June and July 2025 salaries at negotiated rates and the non-implementation of the 2021–2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

• UASU National Secretary General Constantine Wasonga signed the internal communiqué dated August 12, addressed to Chairman of the Council Prof. Noah Midamba.
• The strike is prompted by Moi University's alleged failure to honor staff promotion clauses, implement a 'Return-To-Work Formula' from November 30, 2024, and adhere to retirement age provisions.
• Separately, Moi University has increased hostel fees, with male hostels now costing up to Ksh5,000 and Ksh7,000 per year, and some female hostels reaching Ksh8,000 to Ksh13,000 annually.

The Kenyan government plans to alter payslips for teachers to address double deductions for medical insurance, a move announced by Julius Bitok, Principal Secretary in the State Department of Basic Education. This change aims to resolve out-of-pocket medical expenses faced by teachers despite existing deductions.

• Affected teachers are currently deducted for medical insurance by both the Social Health Authority (SHA) and a local insurance provider.
• Julius Bitok, Principal Secretary in the State Department of Basic Education, is the key figure leading these changes.
• The SHA deduction is 2.75 per cent of gross income, with a minimum of Ksh300 per month.

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced over 15,000 vacancies for teachers and school administrators in Kenya, with applications closing on August 25. This recruitment drive aligns with new promotion guidelines designed for fairness and transparency, valid until June 30, 2026.

• More than 15,000 vacancies for teachers and administrators
• Teachers Service Commission (TSC)
• Applications must be submitted exclusively through the TSC online portal; manual submissions will not be accepted.