University Lecturers Strike Demanding Over Sh10 Billion in Payouts - September 2025
Lecturers from various universities, including Pwani University, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), and Kirinyaga University, have initiated a strike threatening to cripple universities across the country. The Unions of Academic Staff (UASU) and University Students (KUSU) are demanding a Sh10.5 billion payout, payment of outstanding debts, and new collective bargaining agreements. Specifically, lecturers at Kirinyaga University demand the release of Sh2.7 billion for the second phase of their 2021/2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Lecturers at Pwani University initiated their strike citing frustration with the government's "empty promises". Dr. Maloba Wekesa, secretary of the UASU-UoN Chapter, stated that lecturers will only resume classes when the money reflects in their accounts.
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Wahadhiri wa vyuo vikuu waanza mgomo wakidai kulipwa madeni na makubaliano mapya
Lecturers from various universities in Kenya have initiated a strike, demanding payment of outstanding debts and new collective bargaining agreements. This action highlights ongoing labor disputes within the country's education sector.
Mgomo wang'oa nanga chuoni MMUST
The news report, titled "Mgomo wang'oa nanga chuoni MMUST," indicates that a strike has commenced at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. The article encourages viewers to watch NTV Kenya for live updates on this and other breaking Kenyan news.
‘We’re tired of government's empty promises,’ Pwani University lecturers say as they kick off strike
Lecturers at Pwani University have initiated a strike, citing dissatisfaction with the government's unfulfilled pledges. The academic staff expressed their frustration, stating they are weary of "empty promises" from the administration.
Kirinyaga University lecturers strike, demand release of Sh2.7bn as second phase of 2021/2025 CBA
Lecturers at Kirinyaga University have initiated a strike, demanding the release of Sh2.7 billion representing the second phase of their 2021/2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
Lecturers Will Resume Classes When The Money Reflects - Dr Maloba Wekesa
Dr. Maloba Wekesa, a senior lecturer and secretary of the UASU-UoN Chapter, has stated that lecturers will resume classes only when their due payments are reflected. This announcement was made during an appearance on NTV Kenya's #FixingTheNationNTV program.
Lecturers demand Sh10.5B payout, warn strike will cripple universities across the country
Kenyan lecturers are demanding a Sh10.5 billion payout and have threatened to go on strike, which would cripple universities across the country. This news comes amidst the ongoing US Election Day 2024, as reported by KTN News Kenya.