The Sindicato Democrático de Professores (SINDPROF) has urged the Ministry of Education in Cabo Verde to take immediate action to address the shortage of teachers in schools across the country. As the 2026/2027 academic year is now in its second week, the union says the lack of teachers is affecting the functioning of schools, pedagogical organization, and regularity of classes. SINDPROF is demanding that the Ministry ensures no class remains without a teacher.
SINDPROF has proposed several measures to address the issue, including an immediate assessment of teacher needs in all schools and clusters. The union also calls for a teacher recruitment competition to be held as soon as possible to meet the permanent needs of the education system. If this is not feasible, SINDPROF suggests that the Ministry consider hiring teachers on fixed-term contracts to fill existing vacancies and ensure continuity of classes.
The union is also concerned about the situation of teachers currently working on fixed-term contracts, which are set to expire in March 2027. SINDPROF warns that if no action is taken, this could lead to further disruptions in classes. The union is advocating for a review of these contracts to ensure that teachers can continue to work without interruption.
SINDPROF emphasizes that the Ministry of Education must plan ahead to meet teacher needs, preventing future shortages and ensuring stability in the education system. The union stresses that it will continue to monitor the situation and push for solutions that guarantee teachers in classrooms and stability in the education system.
According to SINDPROF, it is essential that no student is left without a teacher and no school starts the academic year with unresolved teacher needs. The union believes that the organization and functioning of the education system require timely, predictable, and responsible responses.
The teacher shortage issue has sparked concern among educators and stakeholders in Cabo Verde. SINDPROF's call for urgent action highlights the need for the government to prioritize education and ensure that schools have the necessary resources to provide quality education.
The Ministry of Education has not yet responded to SINDPROF's demands, but the union remains committed to working with the government to find a solution to the teacher shortage crisis. The situation will continue to be monitored, and further updates are expected in the coming weeks.
Key points
- SINDPROF calls for immediate action to address teacher shortage in Cabo Verde schools
- The union proposes measures, including teacher recruitment competitions and fixed-term contracts
- The shortage of teachers affects the functioning of schools and the regularity of classes
