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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 40982, member: 636"]
Union leaders want the government to create better systems for teacher career advancement. Teachers Union of Malawi President Willy Malimba made this request after officials promoted more than 26,000 educators from Grade TL to TK positions. Many teachers have worked over ten years without receiving any job promotions or pay increases.

Malimba praised the government for finally responding to union demands about stagnant teacher careers. The union has asked officials for years to address teachers who remain stuck at the same job level. Many educators feel frustrated when they cannot advance despite years of dedicated service to students and schools.

The union president expressed uncertainty about whether the promotion process treated all teachers fairly. He noted that officials promoted teachers without requiring them to attend formal job interviews. The government avoided the usual lengthy interview procedures that often delay career advancement for educators.

Teachers across Malawi have complained about limited opportunities for professional growth within the education system. Union representatives believe regular promotions help keep educators motivated and committed to their classroom responsibilities. A structured promotion timeline could prevent teachers from leaving the profession for better opportunities elsewhere.
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