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Originally published by Kenyanstop
April 3, 2026
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Teachers Threaten Nationwide Strike Ahead of Second Term Reopening
As the deadline fast approaches, the government is under pressure to resolve the looming crisis, with teachers vowing to strike until their grievances are fully addressed...
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has threatened a nationwide strike starting at the end of April over issues with the Social Health Authority (SHA) medical scheme and teacher shortages.
- Teachers are reporting limited access to healthcare facilities under the new SHA medical cover, with only a few hospitals serving them in some counties.
- The strike threat comes from KUPPET officials in Bungoma County, specifically mentioning Ferdinand Wamalwa as a key representative.
- The union also points to a shortage of teachers, which increases the workload for existing staff, as another reason for the potential industrial action.
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