Employees of the Universities of Bahr el Ghazal, Upper Nile and Rumbek staged a sit-in strike on Monday due to non-payment of salaries for seven months. Demands include medical allowances for the past five months.
The public universities had given the government a one-week ultimatum to address their grievances before resorting to the strike. This action highlights the financial strain faced by educational institutions in South Sudan.
The employees’ protest sheds light on the challenges faced by staff working in the higher education sector. The lack of timely salary payments not only affects their livelihoods but also impacts the quality of education provided to students.
It is crucial for authorities to prioritize the financial stability of universities to ensure the welfare of employees and the continuity of academic activities. Failure to address these issues could lead to further disruptions in the education sector.
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