The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) is a trade union and professional organisation representing eligible teachers in Kenya. It works on members’ employment conditions, professional welfare and collective representation in education policy.
What KNUT does
- Represents members in discussions on pay, allowances and conditions of service.
- Participates in collective bargaining and policy consultations.
- Supports members in employment-related grievances and disputes within its rules.
- Advocates for teachers’ welfare, professional development and quality education.
- Provides a collective platform for teachers’ views.
KNUT membership
Teachers considering membership should ask their nearest KNUT branch about eligibility, application documents, deductions, member benefits and transfer procedures. Membership and representation depend on the union constitution and applicable labour rules; joining does not guarantee a particular employment outcome.
KNUT and the Teachers Service Commission
KNUT represents members in labour matters involving the education sector, including negotiations with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). The union is separate from TSC: teacher registration, recruitment and employer records should be handled through TSC’s official systems.
KNUT website and news
Visit the union’s official website at knut.or.ke for leadership updates, membership information, statements and announcements. Verify current officers and union decisions there instead of relying on old directories.
Head office and contact details
KNUT’s constitution identifies the headquarters as KNUT House, Mfangano Street, Nairobi, with postal address P.O. Box 30407-00100, Nairobi. Education International’s affiliate listing gives email knut@knut.or.ke and telephone +254 20 2220387 and +254 710 600981 / 600983. Check KNUT’s official site for any changes before visiting or calling.
Branch assistance
For urgent employment concerns, begin at the relevant KNUT branch and keep copies of appointment letters, payslips, correspondence and any case references. Ask which documents a branch needs before submitting sensitive information.
Questions teachers commonly ask
Is KNUT a government agency?
No. It is a teachers’ union, not the government employer or professional registration authority.
Can non-members receive union representation?
Representation and assistance rules depend on the union’s constitution and applicable law. Contact the branch for advice specific to your situation.
Where can I check the latest bargaining information?
Consult KNUT’s official announcements and relevant TSC notices rather than social-media rumours.
