Protest by teachers in Taiz demands coalition government to raise salaries

TAIZ, April (YPA) – Hundreds of teachers, in areas under the control of the coalition in Taiz city, protested and demanded salary increases and a wage restructuring on Sunday.

During their protest, the teachers raised banners expressing their demands of the coalition-affiliated government to raise salaries, address the collapse of the currency, and deliver delayed bonuses and salaries.

The union’s statement denounced the continued silence of the government and its affiliated authorities regarding the teachers’ strike in light of the deteriorating economic and living conditions and the decline in the purchasing value of the currency.

They affirmed the continuation of their open-ended strike, which has been ongoing for more than two months, until their demands are met.

The statement stressed the spectre of famine that threatens all citizens, in light of the government and the coalition’s inability to provide urgent and sustainable solutions for teachers, calling for a rapid resolution of the teachers’ conditions.

The teachers’ statement indicated their continued adherence to the strike and many activities demanding the rights of teachers and educators until their demands are met unconditionally.