Our Vision
An East Africa where the teaching profession is highly valued, well-resourced, and respected; where teachers work in dignity and deliver world-class education that transforms societies.
Who We Are
A unified regional platform for teachers' unions across the East African Community.
FEATU was established in the early 2000s as East African nations deepened their integration through the East African Community. Visionary leaders from national teachers' unions recognized that many challenges — teacher motivation, education quality, working conditions, and policy gaps — transcend national borders.
FEATU was created to provide a unified regional platform to address these issues collectively while respecting the autonomy of member unions. Unity is strength. Together, teachers can achieve more for the profession and for the millions of learners they serve.
Currently, FEATU has 9 affiliates, all affiliated to the global union Education International (EI).
9
Member Unions
6
EAC Countries
2000s
Established
EI
Global Affiliate
Vision & Mission
The purpose that guides everything we do for teachers and learners across East Africa.
Our Mission
To unite teachers' unions in the East African Community, defend the rights and welfare of teachers, promote continuous professional development, and advocate for equitable, high-quality education for every child in the region.
FEATU Member Unions
Representing teachers' unions from across the East African Community, working together for quality education.
Burundi
Syndicat des Travailleurs de l'Éducation du Burundi (STEB)
Advocating for teacher rights and quality education throughout Burundi's education system.
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Kenya
Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT)
Largest teachers' trade union in Kenya, advocating for educators' rights, welfare, and quality education.
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Rwanda
Syndicat de l'Enseignement Privé au Rwanda (SYNEDUC)
Represents teachers in private education in Rwanda, focusing on professional standards and rights.
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Rwanda
Syndicat des Enseignants du Rwanda (SNER)
National union for teachers in Rwanda, advocating for education quality and teacher welfare.
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South Sudan
South Sudan Teachers' Association (SSTA)
Represents teachers in South Sudan, focusing on rights and education in challenging contexts.
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Tanzania
Chama Cha Walimu Tanzania (CWT)
Tanzanian teachers' union advocating for educators' professionalism and solidarity.
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Tanzania
Tanzania Teachers' Union (TTU)
Major trade union for teachers in Tanzania mainland, and host of the FEATU secretariat.
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Tanzania
Zanzibar Teachers' Union (ZATU)
Advocates for teachers in Zanzibar, focusing on rights and education quality.
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Uganda
Uganda National Teachers' Union (UNATU)
Largest teachers' union in Uganda, focused on professional development and rights.
Learn moreOur Objectives
As set out in the FEATU Constitution, Section 1.2 — the objectives to which the Federation is formed.
A
Harmonization of Education Policies
Support harmonization of systems, procedures, processes and Education Policies within the East African Community (EAC) member states.
B
Labour Standards for Teachers
Advocate for development of labour standards within the education sector in the EAC especially as it relates to teachers.
C
FEATU Representation in the EAC
Work towards establishment of a FEATU-representation and participation within the EAC-secretariat.
D
Promote Kiswahili
Endeavour to promote Kiswahili within the Federation and EAC.
E
Strengthen Member Unions
Support each member trade union with a view to strengthening them to execute their mandate in their respective countries.
F
Cooperation & Knowledge Sharing
Promote cooperation and share experience/information with other education stakeholders and labour movements within the EAC as well as other relevant organizations for the common interests of its members.
Our Impact
Milestones in advancing teachers' rights and quality education across East Africa.
FEATU has driven advocacy campaigns, capacity-building programmes, and stronger regional cooperation — operating through a democratic structure with a General Assembly, Executive Committee, and Secretariat.
View Achievements- Strengthened social dialogue between teachers, governments, and the EAC.
- Advocated for improved teacher policies across member countries.
- Organized regional conferences and capacity-building workshops.
- Amplified teachers' voices on continental and global platforms.
Meet Our Leadership
Dedicated leaders guiding FEATU's mission to advance teachers' rights and education across East Africa.
Become Part of the Change
Connect with your national union or contact us directly to support our work advancing teachers' rights and quality education across East Africa.