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Originally published by KBC County NewsApril 20, 2026
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KUPPET threatens strike, learning at risk nationwide
Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET), Machakos branch, has issued a stern warning to the government and the National Assembly to urgently address challenges facing teachers, or risk a nationwide strike...
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has threatened a nationwide strike starting Monday next week, jeopardizing the academic calendar if their demands are not met by the government and the National Assembly.
- KUPPET is demanding the immediate employment of over 44,000 teachers under the Junior Secondary School (JSS) program on permanent and pensionable terms, and an end to the current internship arrangement.
- Key grievances include delays in implementing education sector reforms and improving services under the Social Health Authority (SHA).
- Yvonne Musyoka, Branch Secretary for KUPPET Machakos, warned that teachers will not report to school and urged parents to keep learners home until decisive government action is taken.
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