Teachers demand clarity over new PAYE deductions amid pay concerns

Teachers across the country are unhappy with an increment of their Pay As You Earn without proper communication from their employer the Teachers Service Commission. In their June Payslips a majority of teachers were deducted approximately Ksh 108 more on income tax which according to Union officials would translate to an aggregate of up to Ksh 32.4 Million Shillings in one month if effected on the payslips of all the 300,000 teachers employed by TSC. The teachers are demanding clarification on the new deduction from TSC. It comes amidst calls for improved pay for educators against pressures from the high cost of living