LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The Teachers Union of Malawi (TUM) has expressed deep disappointment over the government’s continued delay in implementing the new salary structure for recently promoted teachers across the country.
According to TUM’s Secretary General, Charles Kunchenga, the union is concerned that the government has not yet acted on the long-awaited salary adjustments despite several appeals and assurances.
Kunchenga noted that the situation is particularly frustrating because the issue of teachers’ welfare continues to be ignored even as the country approaches another election period.
He emphasized that teachers feel neglected, as the government has not honored its commitment to improve their working conditions, especially for those who have been promoted but are still receiving salaries equivalent to their previous grades.
The TUM Secretary General further pointed out that this delay demotivates hardworking teachers who continue to serve under difficult circumstances in both rural and urban schools.
He added that last year, the government also failed to raise teachers’ salaries, a move that has further deepened frustration within the education sector.
The union expressed concern that education continues to receive low priority despite being one of the most critical sectors for national development.
These remarks were made today as the Teachers Union of Malawi joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Teachers’ Day — a day set aside to celebrate and honor the dedication, resilience, and contribution of teachers.
While the day is meant to inspire hope and appreciation for the teaching profession, many Malawian teachers say they have little to celebrate due to the persistent challenges they face.
The Teachers Union of Malawi has since called on the government to urgently address the issue of delayed salary adjustments and ensure that all promoted teachers are placed on the appropriate pay scale without further delay.
The union has reaffirmed its commitment to continue advocating for the welfare and dignity of all teachers in Malawi, stressing that quality education can only be achieved when educators are treated with fairness and respect.
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