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September 23, 2025
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Education CS Ogamba threatens disciplinary action against striking lecturers

Education CS Ogamba threatens disciplinary action against striking lecturers

The Education CS said the government has released Ksh.2.5 billion to address the grievances raised by the dons.Referencing a High Court order that suspended the strike, Ogamba warned of disciplinary a.....

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Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba has ordered striking university lecturers to return to work immediately or face disciplinary action, citing a contempt of court order. This directive comes as the strike enters its second week, leaving students in limbo.

  • The government has released Ksh.2.5 billion to address lecturers' grievances.
  • CS Ogamba warned of disciplinary action for those not resuming work, referencing a High Court order that suspended the strike.
  • The Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) commenced their strike despite the release of Ksh.2.5 billion for the implementation of Phase 2 of the 2021-2025 CBAs.
  • Dr. Maloba Wekesa, UASU Chapter Secretary at UoN, stated that Ksh.7.9 billion in arrears from the 2017 CBA remains unpaid, despite a court ruling.

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