Ksu strike news

You're referring to the ongoing strike by the Kenya University Staff Union (KUSU) at Kenyatta University (KU). Here are some recent news updates:

Latest Updates:

  1. Strike Enters 14th Day: The strike by KUSU, which began on January 31, has entered its 14th day, with no signs of a resolution in sight. The union is demanding better working conditions, improved salaries, and a review of the university's pension scheme.
  2. Students Affected: The strike has disrupted academic activities at KU, affecting over 70,000 students who are unable to access their classes, libraries, and other facilities. Students have been left stranded, with many expressing frustration and concern about their academic progress.
  3. Government Intervention: The government has intervened in the strike, with the Ministry of Education urging the union and the university management to resolve their differences amicably. The ministry has also offered to facilitate talks between the two parties.
  4. Union Demands: KUSU is demanding a 20% salary increase for its members, improved working conditions, and a review of the university's pension scheme. The union is also seeking the reinstatement of 14 staff members who were sacked by the university management.
  5. University Response: KU management has accused the union of being unreasonable and has offered a 10% salary increase, which the union has rejected. The university has also threatened to take disciplinary action against striking staff members.

Previous Updates:

  1. Strike Begins: The strike by KUSU began on January 31, with over 1,000 staff members participating. The strike was called after negotiations between the union and the university management broke down.
  2. Students Protest: Students at KU have protested the strike, demanding that the university management and the government intervene to resolve the dispute. The students have also called for the reinstatement of the 14 sacked staff members.
  3. Union Threatens to Escalate Strike: KUSU has threatened to escalate the strike if its demands are not met. The union has also called on other university staff unions to join the strike in solidarity.

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