TSC Clarifies Misinformation on Leadership Changes in Kenya’s Education Sector
False claims on social media assert that Ibrahim Gedi is the acting CEO of the TSC, succeeding Nancy Macharia, who is scheduled to begin her terminal leave in March 2025. The TSC confirmed that Macharia remains in her position and Gedi is the Director of Administrative Services. The commission has labeled these claims as false through official channels.
Recent claims circulating on Facebook have inaccurately stated that Ibrahim Gedi is the acting Chief Executive Officer of Kenya’s Teachers Service Commission (TSC), following Angela Macharia’s alleged retirement. However, TSC officials confirmed that Nancy Macharia continues to hold her position and is slated to go on terminal leave starting in March 2025 before completing her term in June 2025. Gedi serves as the Director of Administrative Services.
The TSC plays a vital role as the principal employer of public school teachers in Kenya, thus any leadership transitions are of significant public interest. Despite speculation concerning changes, reputable news sources have not reported Gedi’s appointment or Macharia’s replacement. The TSC’s website affirms Macharia’s ongoing leadership, while Gedi remains in his current role.
In response to the misinformation, the Teachers Service Commission distributed clarifications through its verified social media platforms, branding the circulating posts as “FAKE.” They emphasized the importance of being cautious about misleading information. Further instances of similar misinformation were noted but have been debunked by fact-checkers and reputable news outlets.
In summary, the Teachers Service Commission has dismissed claims regarding Ibrahim Gedi’s appointment as acting CEO in place of Nancy Macharia, who remains in her position until June 2025. Various social media posts spreading false information have been labeled as such by the TSC, underscoring the necessity for caution against misinformation. The agency continues to monitor and address these inaccuracies to maintain public trust.
Original Source: africacheck.org
