KUPPET treasurer aspirant proposes reforms for efficient BBF welfare in Bomet

The Teachers’ Welfare Fund in Bomet County is set for potential reform following proposals aimed at enhancing efficiency, transparency, and timely support for members.

The fund, which now comprises over 5,000 members each contributing Sh 200, totaling more than Sh 1,000,000, has faced delays in disbursements and administrative bottlenecks, leaving some teachers without urgent welfare assistance.

Kiplang’at Koech Ronald, a teacher at Leldaet Secondary School in Bomet Central Sub-County and aspirant for the position of Bomet KUPPET branch Treasurer, has outlined comprehensive measures to streamline the management of the BBF/Welfare Fund.

Koech proposes that the fund be managed exclusively by the Central Management Committee (CMC) in line with directives from the National Governing Council (NGC).

He stressed that this approach would ensure accountability, transparency, and efficiency in handling members’ contributions.

Under the proposed reforms, repayment of the Imarisha loan would be co-shared between the Operation Account and the BBF account, with Sh 180,000 allocated from each account through Standing Orders (STO).

The remaining Sh 800,000 would be dedicated exclusively to welfare cases and benevolence support for members in urgent need.

Koech explained that past challenges arose after the merger of BBF/SWA accounts with the Operation Account by the BEC for allowance calculations, which slowed down fund disbursement.

He also recommended that, in extraordinary circumstances where funds are exhausted, the committee should negotiate a bank overdraft facility to ensure uninterrupted assistance for teachers.

“The welfare of teachers remains a top priority. This plan ensures that BBF funds are managed efficiently, allowing teachers to access timely support when they need it most. It will also prevent unnecessary delays and guarantee fair allocation of resources,” Koech said.

He urged colleagues to support the reforms, highlighting that proper management of the welfare fund would enhance teacher morale, financial security, and professional satisfaction across the county.

With these changes, the BBF is expected to become a more reliable and efficient safety net, offering immediate assistance to teachers while ensuring sustainable management of the fund for the future.