The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Bomet Branch has welcomed efforts aimed at ending street protests by the Generation Zs.
Branch Executive Secretary Desmond Lang’at said the protests have led to tension and interruption of learning activities especially in schools located in urban centres.
Addressing the press yesterday, he said some schools were even closed while others suspended their usual activities for fear of insecurity.
“Learning was grossly affected in many schools especially in towns and cities due to protests. This is wrong because at the end of the day, all learners are expected to do the same exams,” he observed.
Lang’at lauded President William Ruto for giving dialogue a chance, stating that no efforts should be spared in ensuring the country remains peaceful.
“As a union, we are happy with President William Ruto for giving dialogue a chance. Dialogue is one of the ways of seeking solutions to problems. Peace is paramount and no effort should be spared in ensuring the county remains peaceful,” added Lang’at.
The union warned against violence and destruction of property, adding that all learners should have equal academic opportunities.
On Thursday, President William Ruto engaged Gen Z on the X platform, a move that was aimed at cooling down the group that has held anti-government protests across the country.
Several people were killed and property worth billions destroyed during the demonstrations, which persisted despite the withdrawal of the Finance Bill by President Ruto.
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