In a story that reflects the growing frustrations within Kenya’s education sector, a long-serving teacher has quit his job after his former female student secured a Teachers Service Commission (TSC) position ahead of him. The teacher, aged 47 according to Tuko online publications, had reportedly been waiting for a TSC job confirmation for years, decided to resign in protest, labeling the recruitment process “unfair.”
According to sources close to the teacher, he expressed anger and disappointment upon learning that his former student, who graduated more recently, was selected for the position, highlighting what he claimed as flaws in the TSC’s hiring priorities. The educator, who wished to remain anonymous, reportedly stated, “Goodbye. I have served long enough and watched as younger, less experienced teachers take positions we’ve worked hard for.”
This incident sheds light on the challenges faced by many seasoned teachers in Kenya who are still awaiting TSC appointments. With increasing complaints of alleged bias and slow promotions, the story has stirred debate about TSC’s hiring transparency and whether qualified, experienced educators are being overlooked.
