KNUT Seeks Engagement on 2025–2029 CBA: Key Areas of Focus.
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has announced its intent to initiate discussions with the government regarding the upcoming 2025–2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
The union emphasizes that this new CBA must focus on monetary aspects, unlike previous agreements.
Following a meeting with teachers in Murkan, Narok County, Malel Langat, KNUT’s First National Vice Chair, confirmed the union’s readiness for negotiations.
He stressed that the union is closely monitoring the implementation of the 2021/2024 CBA, which is currently in its second phase.
Key Areas of Focus
The union is particularly interested in addressing several key issues in the new CBA. These include:
- Leave allowances: KNUT advocates for these to be based on the teacher’s grade rather than their basic salary.
- Acting allowances: Teachers in acting positions should be entitled to an acting allowance.
- Hardship allowances: The union insists that teachers working in hardship areas, especially those implementing the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC), must receive hardship compensation.
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Advocating for Teachers’ Welfare
Malel, who is also a member of the committee responsible for driving the CBA discussions, underscored the need for principals in Comprehensive Schools to receive appropriate remuneration.
He noted that many of these principals are currently serving without portfolios, and their compensation should reflect their responsibilities.
Additionally, the union is advocating for hardship allowances for teachers in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) regions, such as Trans Mara.
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Malel reassured teachers that KNUT is actively gathering feedback from across the country to ensure that the best possible CBA is negotiated. He reaffirmed the union’s commitment to securing fair compensation and improved working conditions for all teachers.
KNUT Seeks Engagement on 2025–2029 CBA: Key Areas of Focus.
