University Lecturers' Strike Enters 43rd Day Amid Student Protests - October 2025

The strike by university lecturers in Kenya has entered its 43rd day, with lecturers maintaining that no classes are ongoing in colleges. This statement contradicts the government's assertion that learning continues in most institutions. The Universities' Academic Staff Union (UASU) has reaffirmed that the strike will continue, despite the government's agreement to pay Ksh 7.9 billion. In response, students from TUM University in Mombasa County staged peaceful protests. The students complained about the government's silence, stating the situation is denying them their right to education.