The Kenya Teachers in Hardship and Arid Areas Welfare Association (KETHAWA) has called upon the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to formalize their commitment by signing a Recognition Agreement.
The National Secretary of the association Wangonya Wangenye, emphasized that the TSC should not use its independence as a shield, particularly concerning matters affecting teachers in hardship regions.
“We urge TSC to engage in a Recognition Agreement and convene a round-table meeting to establish structures that effectively address the challenges faced by teachers in hardship areas,” stated Wangenye.
He stressed the importance of an inclusive approach by the Commission, warning that without such measures, the persistent problems encountered by these teachers will endure.
Wangenye pointed out instances where the association provided legal and counseling services to recently interdicted teachers in the North Eastern region.
He further criticized the TSC for its perceived lack of proactive involvement, especially considering the fully funded and staffed counseling department at its headquarters.
According to Wangenye, the Commission’s approach to issues affecting teachers in hardship regions appears superficial, and he urged a more substantive and responsive strategy.
Highlighting recent developments with interdicted teachers in the North Eastern region, Wangenye urged the TSC to reconsider its approach, viewing it as a crucial turning point in addressing the broader challenges faced by educators in hardship areas.
By Roy Hezron
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