By Joseph Masha
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) has launched a massive campaign to recruit more members.
Knut Assistant Secretary General Mudzo Nzili told teachers in Kilifi yesterday that a strong union would have more powers to fight for their grievances. He spoke during the burial of former Knut Kilifi branch Treasurer Daniel Kititi at Kinagoni village in Kaloleni, Kilifi County.
Mr Nzili said through unity teachers could achieve their demands since their bargaining power would be stronger. “We must unite if we want to win the war for better remuneration. Our unity is our strength so I urge teachers to register with Knut in large numbers,” said Nzili. He said teachers who were not union members risked losing benefits that are awarded in the event of a Common Bargaining Agreement.
The Knut official called on other teachers’ unions at the county level to fully cooperate with Knut. Addressing the same gathering, Ganze District Education official Julius Chonga urged the Ministry of Transport to be firm in implementing road safety rules to save lives.
He said many Kenyans, including teachers, had lost their lives through road accidents, most of which could be avoided. “We have had accidents that were avoidable. Some were caused by drunken drivers. If the traffic police department is firm, the death toll can be greatly reduced.”
