The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and teachers’ unions have agreed to raise Kenyan teachers’ salaries by 30%, which is a major development.
The TSC and the unions drafted the 2025/2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which includes this clause.
The deal was achieved following extensive negotiations between the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) and the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), according to sources.
Citing the need to improve teachers’ welfare and the high cost of living, the unions had been advocating for a pay increase.
The 30% salary increment will be implemented in phases over the next four years, with teachers set to receive a significant boost in their salaries. The exact implementation timeline and details of the increment will be communicated by the TSC in the coming weeks.
KNUT Secretary-General James Gachathi confirmed the agreement, saying, “We are pleased that we have reached a consensus with the TSC on the 30% salary increment. This is a significant milestone for teachers in Kenya, and we look forward to the implementation of the agreement.”
KUPPET Secretary-General Akua Marfo also welcomed the agreement, stating, “This is a great day for teachers in Kenya. The 30% salary increment is a recognition of the hard work and dedication of teachers in our country.”
The TSC Chairperson, Eric Machogu, said the agreement was a result of the commission’s commitment to improving the welfare of teachers. “We value the hard work and dedication of teachers in Kenya, and we are committed to ensuring that they receive a fair salary that reflects their contribution to the education sector,” he said.
The 2025/2029 CBA is expected to improve the livelihoods of teachers in Kenya, who have been pushing for better pay and working conditions. The agreement is also seen as a boost to the education sector, as it is expected to improve teacher morale and motivation