Parliament Buildings – Tuesday, April 15, 2025
In the latest TSC news today, Members of Parliament (MPs) are demanding answers from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) over the rampant stagnation of teachers in the same job groups and the delayed implementation of promotion guidelines. This major concern was raised during a session chaired by the Education Committee, which questioned the fairness and transparency of the TSC promotion process.
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Chaired Committee Meeting with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC)
The Parliamentary Committee held a productive session with TSC Kenya, focusing on key issues such as delayed promotions, stagnation, and systemic inequities within the Career Progression Guidelines (CPG).
The Committee firmly called for greater transparency, accountability, and fairness, emphasizing that the lack of promotions has greatly affected teacher morale, career development, and the quality of education across the country.
Dr. Nancy Macharia’s Response: Budget Woes to Blame
In her official remarks, TSC CEO Dr. Nancy Macharia admitted that:
“Over 178,000 teachers have remained in the same job group for years due to serious budgetary limitations.”
She explained that while the Commission requires at least Ksh 35 billion to implement the CPG fully, only Ksh 2 billion has been allocated.
“Despite our efforts, the limited funding from the exchequer has significantly slowed down our ability to promote teachers as per the Career Progression Guidelines. We are aware of the frustration this causes and are working with Parliament to seek more funding,” she added.
The Committee appreciated the honesty but challenged TSC to prioritize equitable promotions and use digital tools like the TSC online services portal and TPAD TSC systems more effectively.
Promotion Stats: What the Numbers Show
According to data shared by the Commission:
- From 2023 to 2025, 151,611 teachers have been promoted.
- 75,090 of these were promoted through common cadre mechanisms.
- 76,521 were elevated through competitive processes via the TSC application portal.
However, MPs questioned the integrity of these numbers, demanding transparency on how teachers are shortlisted, interviewed, and selected.
Regional Balance vs. Equal Opportunity
The debate on affirmative action and regional balance dominated part of the session. Legislators from certain counties claimed their teachers are consistently sidelined. Hon. Nabii Nabwera warned:
“The idea of a ‘quota’ system is hurting career growth. Teachers from some counties have been left out for over 10 years despite meeting all criteria.”
Dr. Macharia reiterated that TSC employs affirmative action based on Article 56 of the Constitution to ensure teachers from marginalized areas are not excluded. The Commission uses data from the TPAD portal, teacher appraisals, and historical service records to ensure merit-based evaluation.
What TSC Is Doing About It
TSC confirmed the following measures are underway:
- Review of Promotion Guidelines – TSC is engaging stakeholders to refine the Career Progression Guidelines (CPG) and Code of Regulations for Teachers (CORT).
- Public Participation – Teachers will have an opportunity to contribute to the revised guidelines once the TSC Act is amended.
- Improved TPAD & Digital Oversight – Expect more training on TPAD training 2024 and TPAD training 2025 to ensure fair appraisals using the TPAD 2 login portal.
- Push for Additional Budget – The Committee pledged to lobby for increased funds to unlock pending promotions.
Digital Tools Every Teacher Should Know
Here are essential TSC online services and platforms to help teachers manage their careers and promotion applications:
- TSC Payslip Online – View/download your tsc salary slip
- TSC Portal – www.tsc.go.ke – Get TSC latest news, circulars, forms, and updates
- TSC TPAD2 Login – File appraisals and manage your TPAD account
- TSC Application Portal – Apply for promotions, transfers, and registration
- TSC Entry and Exit Portal – Required for onboarding, retirement, or resignations
- TSC Registration Status Checker – Confirm your teaching license status online
- TSC Transfer Portal – Apply for inter-county or intra-county transfers
- TSC Contacts – Reach out to regional and county offices directly
Final Word to Teachers: Stay Ready and Updated
This is a strong signal to all educators to stay vigilant, updated, and ready. With upcoming TSC adverts expected soon, you should:
- Regularly check the TSC website and TSC online services portal
- Keep your TPAD account active and appraisals up to date
- Use the TSC payslip portal to monitor your deductions and promotions
- Follow TSC news, both official and from reliable education platforms
Don’t miss the next opportunity. Stay informed. Stay prepared.
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