Teachers Seek Mass Transfers Due To Fears Of Political Violence
The rise in political violence in the nation has alarmed the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET).
KUPPET has issued a warning that learning operations may be disrupted in certain locations due to the rising political heat.
In advance of the 2027 general elections, the union disclosed that hundreds of teachers are already calling for immediate relocation from areas they believe to be dangerous.
During a news conference on Wednesday, June 17, KUPPET Chairperson Omboko Milema stated that teachers are worried about their safety.
Hofu ya walimu kuhusu siasa:
Baadhi ya walimu waomba uhamisho kutoka maeneo kadhaa
KUPPET: Misukosuko ya kisiasa imewatia hofu walimu#SemaNaCitizen pic.twitter.com/IMJNak7aet— Citizen TV Kenya (@citizentvkenya) June 17, 2026
He added that some have even started asking to be transferred from places where security risks have grown.
“We are sending a stern warning to politicians and all the leaders who are spreading divisive politics and telling those who are not from a particular region to leave,” Milema stated.
“We are not going to accept that as teachers.”
At the same time, the union called on police to hold every politician accused of spreading divisive politics to account as the political wave intensifies.
KUPPET also expressed concern over the emerging deployment of hired youth to instigate unrest.
They called on the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to act swiftly.
“We urge the police, the DCI and the NCIC to hold politicians to account for their speech before it’s too late,” said Moses Nthurima, KUPPET Deputy Secretary General.
“Security agencies must also address the emerging issue of goonism, which is formalising political violence in Kenya,” he added.
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The remarks come amid reports that hundreds of teachers are demanding transfer in some areas they consider unsafe as the country heads towards the elections.
The country has in recent months witnessed an increase in the use of hired youth to disrupt politically-linked functions and rallies, leading to clashes that sometimes lead to loss of lives.
Recently, suspected hired goons stormed the All Saints Cathedral church in Nairobi, disrupting an ongoing meeting.
They also robbed attendees and destroyed properties, raising questions about the security of Kenyans ahead of the much-awaited polls.
The police and the Ministry of Interior have, however, declared zero tolerance for political violence.
The ministry warned that firm action would be taken against anyone found to be participating in or supporting the violence.
Teachers Seek Mass Transfers Due To Fears Of Political Violence
