Somali National Union of Teachers Protests Ministry’s Decision to Replace Teachers

In a dramatic turn of events, over 100 members of the Somali National Union of Teachers (SNUT), affiliated with the Somali Congress of Trade Unions (SOCOTU), staged a vigorous demonstration today against the Ministry of Education. The protest was fueled by the Ministry’s controversial decision regarding teacher salaries and recruitment policies.

The Ministry of Education has recently notified teachers that the salaries provided under the RCRF Project of the Federal Government will cease as of August 31, 2024. Moreover, in a move that has sparked widespread outrage among educators, the Federal Government of Somalia has announced plans to recruit 3,000 new teachers nationwide before September 2024. This recruitment drive mandates that current teachers reapply for their positions, with new recruits being offered a starting salary of $330.

According to sources within the Somali National Union of Teachers, today’s demonstration was a direct response to perceived threats from the Ministry of Education to terminate current teachers’ contracts in favor of hiring fresh recruits. The union members assert that this approach undermines job security and disregards the contributions of experienced educators who have been serving in various capacities across the country.

In a statement issued during the protest, union representatives condemned what they described as “unfair and discriminatory practices” by the Ministry of Education. They called upon the government to reconsider its decision and engage in transparent dialogue with the teaching community to address their concerns adequately.

The Somali National Union of Teachers (SNUT) is an organization dedicated to representing teachers in Somalia, advocating for their rights and welfare. Its membership includes educators from pre-tertiary levels of the educational system, encompassing public and private primary, junior and senior secondary schools, teacher training colleges, and technical institutes. SNUT is affiliated with both Education International, a global federation that represents teachers worldwide, and the Somali Congress of Trade Unions (SOCOTU).

The Ministry of Education has yet to respond formally to the allegations and demands put forth by the Somali National Union of Teachers. As tensions escalate, stakeholders and observers await further developments in this unfolding controversy that has cast a shadow over the education sector in Somalia.
[20:16, 14/07/2024] Mohamed Abuukar: https://www.jowhar.com/world/somali-national-union-of-teachers-protests-ministrys-decision-to-replace-teachers.html
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