Mandera Teachers Plead With Fleeing Non Local Colleagues to Return
Some non-local teachers in Mandera County schools disapprove of their colleagues fleeing the region because of perceived insecurity and prejudice.
Teachers from both private and public institutions have dismissed the allegations made by their colleagues as unfounded and devoid of merit.
Pamela Waiske, a teacher at Mandera DEB Primary School, opted to remain in the area when many of her colleagues decided to leave different schools in the county.
She highlighted the tremendous support she has received from both the community and the administration of the school.
Her dedication to the student’s welfare drives her desire to stay.
Pamela extended an open invitation to those teachers who left, welcoming them back to Mandera if they desired to return.
Amos Barasa, who has taught at Shaf Shafey Primary School for more than seven years, reiterated these sentiments.
He emphasized the strong connection he has with the local community.
Barasa urged teachers who had fled the region to return to their respective schools.
In Mandera County, non-local teachers in public and primary boarding secondary schools are housed on the school premises, a practice believed to provide increased security and protect them from the high cost of living.
Over a hundred teachers have requested transfers due to security concerns, particularly in Wargadud and schools along the border.
Only a week ago, teachers from the northern part of the county camped outside the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) headquarters in Nairobi, requesting transfers out of the region.
Mandera Teachers Plead With Fleeing Non Local Colleagues to Return
