{"id":130191,"date":"2026-02-07T12:03:07","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T12:03:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/communication-workers-union-backs-govt-push-for-postal-reform\/"},"modified":"2026-02-07T12:03:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T12:03:07","slug":"communication-workers-union-backs-govt-push-for-postal-reform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/communication-workers-union-backs-govt-push-for-postal-reform\/","title":{"rendered":"Communication Workers Union backs govt push for postal reform"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 7 \u2014 The Communication Workers Union (CWU) has welcomed the government\u2019s renewed push to reform the Postal Corporation of Kenya, emphasizing that the agenda must safeguard workers\u2019 welfare and preserve the institution\u2019s role as a key national service.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Speaking shortly after his election as Secretary General of the union during national elections at Tomboy Labour College on Saturday, Benson Okwaro said the postal service remains central to public service delivery and national identity, even as modernization efforts proceed.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Postal Corporation of Kenya is not just another institution; it is a symbol of government presence and service delivery in every part of the country, and its revival is critical for Kenya,\u201d Okwaro said.<\/p>\n<p>The union\u2019s elections were conducted in accordance with the law, with delegates from 18 branches across the country participating. <\/p>\n<p>All officials were elected unanimously and unopposed, reflecting members\u2019 confidence in the union\u2019s leadership.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Modernization <\/h2>\n<p>Okwaro acknowledged the government\u2019s efforts to attract investors and modernize the postal sector but warned that restructuring must not compromise workers\u2019 rights, particularly long-outstanding pension obligations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe appreciate the government\u2019s intention to modernise postal services, but we are clear that workers must not lose their benefits in the process, especially pension dues that have remained unpaid for years,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the postal sector, Okwaro raised concerns about other public communication institutions, including Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) and Telkom Kenya, calling for faster reforms and investment in modern equipment. <\/p>\n<p>He criticized past decisions to transfer key transmission infrastructure to private entities, which he said weakened Telkom Kenya\u2019s market competitiveness.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt does not make sense for Kenyans to invest in critical infrastructure only for public institutions to later pay private companies to use what was originally built with public funds,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Okwaro said the union would prioritize dialogue with the government and employers but would not hesitate to take action if negotiations fail to protect members\u2019 rights.<\/p>\n<p>The CWU represents employees in broadcasting, telecommunications, postal services, courier services, call centres, and the digital economy, including content moderators and digital creators. <\/p>\n<p>Okwaro said expanding membership in emerging sectors will be a key focus of his five-year term.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 7 \u2014 The Communication Workers Union (CWU) has welcomed the government\u2019s renewed push to reform the Postal Corporation of Kenya, emphasizing that the agenda must safeguard workers\u2019 welfare and preserve the institution\u2019s role as a key national service. 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