Kenya to Hire 116,000 Teachers in Major Recruitment Plan
Kenya to Hire 116,000 Teachers in Major Recruitment Plan, Felix Koskei, the Head of Public Service, confirmed that the government is working closely with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to strengthen the education workforce and improve learning outcomes.
Government Has Already Hired 76,000 Teachers
Koskei announced that the government has already hired 76,000 teachers since President William Ruto took office. He also revealed plans to recruit another 24,000 teachers between December 2024 and January 2025, bringing the two-year total to 100,000 teachers.
“We are doing our best to bring them on board. We have already hired 76,000 teachers. In December and January, we are hiring another 24,000,” — Felix Koskei.
Over 200,000 Trained Teachers Still Await Employment
Currently, over 200,000 trained teachers remain unemployed. Koskei said the government and TSC are working together to absorb these educators through a structured recruitment program.
New System Will Streamline Teacher Placement
The government is developing a placement framework that will allow teaching graduates to enter the workforce immediately. Graduates from training colleges and universities will transition directly into public schools, reducing employment delays and ensuring smoother integration.
Focus on Junior Secondary and CBC Standards
The TSC stated that all hiring will align with the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and Junior Secondary School (JSS) standards. The recruitment will prioritize teachers with the right qualifications and subject expertise, especially in key learning areas.
The government funded the recent hiring of 76,000 teachers through the 2023/2024 financial year, with support from the Ministry of Education.
Why This Recruitment Matters
This initiative is more than a numbers game. By hiring qualified teachers and placing them in classrooms, the government aims to reduce student-teacher ratios, improve the quality of education, and fully support CBC implementation. This step promises lasting impact for Kenya’s learners and educators.
