A group of aggrieved public school teachers of the Monrovia Consolidated School System (MCSS) staged a protest in demand of employment, salary arrears, and improved welfare. “We are tired with free work. We want our salary,” they chanted.
“We are tired with free work. We want our salary,” they chanted.
The protest, which took place in Monrovia, brought together teachers who say they have been working for months without pay or formal employment confirmation.
The demonstrators carried placards and gathered in small groups, calling on the government to urgently address their concerns.
Many of the teachers described their situation as increasingly difficult, saying they have continued classroom instruction despite receiving no compensation.
Some of the protesters said they feel abandoned by authorities responsible for managing the public education system.
“We are tired with free work. We want our salary,” the teachers repeatedly chanted during the demonstration.
The group called for immediate payment of salary arrears, formal employment recognition, and improved working conditions within MCSS schools.
They argued that the lack of remuneration is affecting both their livelihoods and the quality of education delivered to students.
Several teachers said they have resorted to borrowing money and relying on relatives to survive while continuing to work.
Others warned that continued delays could force them to abandon classrooms entirely if their demands are not addressed.
“We are tired with free work. We want our salary,” they again emphasized, urging government officials to take swift action.
The protesters also called for transparency in recruitment and payroll processes within the MCSS system.
They insisted that teachers deserve stable employment and timely payment for services already rendered.
Despite the peaceful nature of the protest, the teachers expressed deep frustration over what they described as prolonged neglect.
“We are tired with free work. We want our salary,” they reiterated as the demonstration continued.
The group said they remain open to dialogue but warned that continued silence from authorities could lead to further action.
