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Originally published by Kenyanstop
October 13, 2025
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Why Teacher Unions Are at War Over JSS Autonomy

This follows weeks of JSS teachers calling for autonomy...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenya's teacher unions, KNUT and KUPPET, are at odds over the autonomy of Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) teachers. KNUT strongly opposes an independent JSS, while KUPPET is working to resolve the ongoing dispute.
- KNUT's women national chair, Mercy Kiambati, stated that JSS teachers are being "misled" and should remain domiciled in primary schools.
- KNUT Trans Nzoia secretary George Wanjala argued that placing Grades 7 to 9 in comprehensive primary schools is appropriate due to the students' young ages (11-12 years) and existing infrastructure.
- JSS teachers across the country have been demanding independence, citing curriculum differences between primary and junior secondary levels.
- Akelo Misori, Secretary-General of KUPPET, confirmed plans are underway to resolve the standoff, though no timeline was provided.
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