The Kenya Women Teachers Association (KEWOTA) Chief Executive Officer, Madam Benta Opande, joined mourners in Bondo to pay her final respects to the late Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, Kenya’s long-serving statesman and champion of democracy. Standing solemnly at his graveside, where the former Prime Minister was laid to rest, Opande’s voice trembled with emotion …
What Has KEWOTA Been Up To? From bold mental health interventions to building digital momentum among young teachers, June has been a powerful month for KEWOTA. Here’s a recap of the impactful stories that defined the heartbeat of our movement. Education Meets Environment: KEWOTA CEO Joins First Lady’s Green Mission In a momentous show of …
Valentine’s Day is often celebrated with roses, chocolates, and heartfelt messages, but for the women teachers of Ndhiwa Comprehensive School, this year’s celebration was unlike any other. Thanks to the Kenya Women Teachers Association (KEWOTA), the day was marked by an extraordinary gift—a fully equipped breastfeeding room, ensuring that teacher-mothers can now balance their professional …
WHAT TEACHERS CAN EXPECT FROM THE VIBRANT OUTFIT The Kenya Women Teachers Association (KEWOTA) has emerged as a beacon of hope, tirelessly championing the needs of Kenyan teachers. Initially established to support female educators, KEWOTA’s impact has transcended gender boundaries, leading to the creation of a male chapter within the organization. With programs that uplift …
The Kenya Women Teachers Association (KEWOTA), led by CEO Benter Opande, has recently extended its support to regional sports events across Nairobi, Kisumu, and the Rift Valley. Embracing the ethos of cheerful giving, KEWOTA provided refreshments to participants and organizers in the Nairobi and Kisumu games. Coordinators Josephine Shiro Wa Beata in Nairobi and Rosemary …
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On July 15, 2024, Benter Opande, CEO of the Kenya Women Teachers Association (KEWOTA), participated in a high-profile leadership meeting organized by UN Women. The event, titled “Women in Leadership and Decision Making Gender Sector Working Group,” was held at the Kyaka Hotel in Machakos. The meeting gathered notable leaders from various organizations, including the …
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KEWOTA OPENS ITS DOORS TO JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS: By Peter Amunga JSS INTERN TEACHERS cannot be unionisable by law. They can’t join a union as long as they are interns. That is the bitter truth Knut and KUPPET is not telling those teachers. They have genuine issues and concerns that need to be addressed. …
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In a significant stride towards financial empowerment, women teachers affiliated with the Kenya Women Teachers Association (KEWOTA) in the Nakuru chapter are now reaping the benefits of the organization’s table banking program. The latest success was celebrated during the chapter’s first table banking meeting of the year, held on Saturday, January 6th, at Chambers Resort …
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For far too long, women teachers in Kenya grappled with the absence of a dedicated support structure tailored to address their unique challenges within the education sector. Issues such as Gender-Based Violence (GBV), career progression hurdles, maternal concerns, and various other female-specific needs were often left unresolved, adversely affecting productivity and hindering career growth. Enter …
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Today, the Kenya Women Teachers Association, in collaboration with Intel Corporation and House of Procurement (HOP), has initiated an impactful training program aimed at empowering teachers to champion the cause of Digital Transformation in Education. This comprehensive training endeavor seeks to provide educators with the essential skills required for fostering innovation in the education sector. …