TSC Dismisses April Salary Delay Claims As KEWOTA Dispute Fuels Confusion

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has firmly dismissed widespread claims that teachers across the country will experience delays in receiving their April salaries, following the circulation of a fake statement on social media.

In a clear and direct response, TSC refuted a fabricated notice dated April 19, which alleged that teachers should prepare for postponed salary payments due to an ongoing legal dispute involving the Kenya Women Teachers Association (KEWOTA).

According to the false statement, the purported delays were tied to a High Court order that had allegedly disrupted payroll processes by suspending decisions linked to salary deductions.

TSC categorically termed the notice as misleading and baseless, urging teachers and members of the public to disregard unofficial communication and instead rely solely on verified channels for accurate updates regarding salary disbursements.

The Commission emphasized that payroll operations remain on course and that no disruptions have been recorded.

The rumours appear to have gained traction following a recent media exposé that raised serious allegations against KEWOTA officials, including the association’s Chief Executive Officer.

The report claimed that unauthorised deductions were being made from teachers’ salaries, with approximately Ksh200 reportedly deducted monthly from more than 100,000 teachers. This translated to an estimated Ksh30 million collected each month, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.

In response to the revelations, the TSC moved swiftly to suspend the contested deductions pending further investigations. This action, while intended to protect teachers, inadvertently fueled uncertainty about the status of April salaries, giving rise to speculation and misinformation.

KEWOTA subsequently challenged the Commission’s decision in court, arguing that the suspension was implemented without granting the association an opportunity to respond to the allegations.

The legal battle took a significant turn on April 17, 2026, when the Employment and Labour Relations Court issued a stay order temporarily reinstating the deductions. The court directed that the deductions continue until the matter is fully heard and determined.

Amid these developments, the fake notice further claimed that the TSC had already closed its payroll on April 16 and was scheduled to begin salary payments on April 17, but that teachers would have to wait until the following week to access their earnings.

These assertions have since been thoroughly debunked by the Commission, which reiterated that salary payments are proceeding as planned.

In addition to addressing the misinformation, the TSC confirmed that Junior School interns and replacement teachers recruited earlier in January have been successfully integrated into the April payroll.

These educators are expected to receive not only their salaries but also any pending arrears owed to them, offering some relief amid the uncertainty.

The clarification comes against the backdrop of increased government support for the education sector. Earlier this month, President William Ruto approved the Supplementary Appropriation Bill, which allocated Ksh24.2 billion to the TSC.

The funds are intended to bridge salary gaps and support teachers’ health insurance, a move expected to ease longstanding financial pressures within the profession.

Furthermore, the government has earmarked an additional Ksh3 billion to settle outstanding medical claims for teachers. This allocation is seen as a significant step toward improving welfare, particularly at a time when teacher unions have consistently advocated for better healthcare coverage and timely benefits.

As investigations into the KEWOTA deductions continue, the TSC has reassured teachers that their salaries remain secure and that any policy or payroll changes will be communicated transparently through official platforms.

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