TSC Dismisses Claims of Delay in July Teachers’ Salary Increment
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in Kenya has dismissed a fake online document claiming a delay in the July 2026 salary increment for teachers. The commission clarified that the payroll process remains on track despite circulating misinformation.
Why it matters
This clarification prevents financial anxiety and potential labor unrest among 400,000 teachers relying on updated salary structures.
Teachers Service Commission Acting CEO Eveleen Mitei gives a speech during a stakeholder engagement at the Kenya Institute of Special Education, June 9, 2026. Photo TSC --> Speculation over the expected July 2026 salary increment has prompted the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to respond to claims circulating online.
In a brief advisory issued on Saturday, July 18, the commission warned teachers against a fake statement claiming that salary increases under the second phase of the 2025-2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement would be delayed until August.
The fake document reviewed by this publication alleged that although TSC had confirmed the implementation of the CBA salary review from July 1, the month’s payroll had already been processed before the revised salaries were incorporated.
According to the fabricated notice, teachers would instead receive the new salaries in the August payroll, together with arrears backdated to July 1.
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