Junior Secondary School (JSS) intern teachers in Kenya are threatening to strike in January 2026 if they are not confirmed on permanent and pensionable terms. Approximately 20,000 JSS intern teachers, currently on a one-year contract, are protesting President William Ruto's directive for promotion after two years of service, demanding immediate confirmation and higher pay.

• At least 20,000 JSS intern teachers are currently employed on one-year contracts.
• The teachers are demanding immediate confirmation to permanent and pensionable terms, rejecting President William Ruto's proposal for this to happen after two years of service.
• A primary concern for the intern teachers is their low monthly salary of Ksh.17,000, which they deem insufficient given the high cost of living.
• The teachers have planned a major demonstration in Nairobi on Thursday to press their demands.