The 2026 branch elections of the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) in Kericho County have concluded, ushering in a new team of officials to lead the teachers’ union.
Mary Rotich emerged as the Executive Secretary after a decisive victory.
Rotich secured 2,569 votes to defeat her closest challenger, Paul Biegon, who garnered 305 votes in a hotly contested race.
Her landslide win reflects strong support from union members and confidence in her leadership to champion teachers’ welfare and professional interests across the county.
The elections, described by stakeholders as peaceful and transparent, also produced a full team of branch officials, with all sub-counties securing representation in the union’s leadership structure — a move expected to enhance inclusivity and regional balance in decision-making.
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The newly elected officials include Jonah Korir as Chairman, Clara Chebet as Vice Chairperson and Hillary Rotich as Assistant Executive Secretary.
Others elected are Zablon Lakwetap Guress (Treasurer), Philemon Kemoi (Assistant Treasurer), and Buzeki Sigei (Organising Secretary).
The Gender Docket will be led by Rosa Towett, assisted by Davine Chepn’geno, Lelgo Gideon and Hillary Langat.
Other representatives elected include Mercy Cherono (Secondary Schools Representative), Monique Cherono (Tertiary Representative), and Kirui Allan (Junior Secondary School Representative).
In her acceptance remarks, Rotich thanked union members for their trust and pledged to promote unity, strengthen advocacy for teachers’ rights, and push for improved working conditions and professional development.
She emphasised collaboration among the newly elected officials to address emerging challenges in the education sector.
| Position | Name |
| Executive Secretary | Mary Rotich |
| Chairman | Jonah Korir |
| Vice Chairperson | Clara Chebet |
| Assistant Executive Secretary | Hillary Rotich |
| Treasurer | Zablon Lakwetap Guress |
| Assistant Treasurer | Philemon Kemoi |
| Organising Secretary | Buzeki Sigei |
| Gender Docket Leader | Rosa Towett |
| Gender Docket Assistant | Davine Chepn’geno |
| Gender Docket Assistant | Lelgo Gideon |
| Gender Docket Assistant | Hillary Langat |
| Secondary Schools Representative | Mercy Cherono |
| Tertiary Representative | Monique Cherono |
| Junior Secondary Representative | Kirui Allan |
The conclusion of the elections marks a new chapter for KUPPET in Kericho, with members expressing optimism that the incoming leadership will advance teachers’ welfare, enhance service delivery and strengthen engagement with education stakeholders in the region.
By Philip Koech
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