Teachers Launch Street Protest in Kenya's Capital

Teachers led peaceful demonstrations in Nairobi's business district as educators nationwide went on strike for improved working conditions and better pay.

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    Capital FM, 2 September 2012

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  • Kenya:   Teachers Vow 'Mother of All Strikes' Starts Monday

    Capital FM, 1 September 2012

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  • Kenya:   Court Says Teachers Strike Illegal

    The Star, 1 September 2012

    The Industrial Court has blocked Monday's countrywide strike by teachers after the Teachers Service Commission successfully argued a committee to address their pay grievances was… Read more »

  • Kenya:   Teachers Back Monday Strike

    The Star, 1 September 2012

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  • Kenya:   Teachers in Thika Told to Avoid Class

    The Star, 1 September 2012

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The Salaries and Remuneration Commission has urged unions in to engage in talks with the government before deciding to go on strike.

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