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National Police Service seek Sh20 billion to digitize operations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 27, 2025

CS Murkomen revealed that the government is finalizing plans to introduce body cameras for police officers, a move aimed at boosting accountability an...

738 police officers, 50 civilians staff promoted in National Police Service
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 13, 2025

According to NPSC Chairperson Eliud Kinuthia, the Commission examined whether the recommended officers met the promotion criteria and was satisfied th...

Fake police post in Uasin Gishu sparks curiosity over process of establishing a police station
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 13, 2025

Asked whether he knows he committed a crime by his actions, Leitich told journalists on Tuesday afternoon, “I cannot say whether there was a mistake o...

Unauthorised police stations will not be tolerated - IG of Police Kanja
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 13, 2025

Recently, a 26-year-old trader and political activist, Collins Leitich, alias Chepkulei, came under scrutiny for setting up an unauthorised police pat...

IG of Police Kanja warns against bribery, urges officers to be content with their salaries
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 12, 2025

Kanja emphasised that officers must remain content with their salaries, however small, and focus on executing their mandate within the law.

Traffic offenders to pay fines instantly under new digital system to fight graft
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 16, 2025

The initiative seeks to curb corruption by allowing drivers to pay fines immediately after a traffic offence is recorded, thus reducing physical conta...

Why you'll no longer have to go to police stations to report incidents
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 15, 2025

The Interior ministry explained that a digital system for processing traffic fines and the implementation of a digital occurrence book were central to...

Police define areas of focus in major plan to upgrade equipment and institute reforms
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 08, 2025

The document further states that the service will employ robust cyber security measures, monitor cybercrime activities, and stay abreast of emerging t...

Kenya’s policing reforms: Progress, challenges and negative public perception
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 01, 2025

The brutality by police officers, coupled with the ever-present and corrosive corruption undermines public trust.

Prisons service introduces new ranks as 539 officers are promoted in major reforms
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 08, 2024

The move saw 539 officers promoted to various ranks earlier this week amongst them; Senior Assistant Commissioner General of Prisons (SACGP), Assistan...

Sh106 billion needed for police salary reforms, Interior PS Omollo says
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2024

Omollo noted that the comprehensive reform plan would require Sh184 billion when factoring in these internal resources.

Over 180 police officers set for promotions after interviews
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 24, 2024

The officers who had completed a six-month promotional course will be assessed to certain their suitability for the expected mandate.

State to allocate Sh106 billion to implement Maraga taskforce reforms - Ruto
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 18, 2024

The President confirmed that the National Treasury will contribute part of the funds, with the remainder to be provided by investors.

Kindiki commits to people-centered security reforms
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 18, 2024

The CS on Wednesday noted that these reforms will be participatory and open, aimed at helping the country reach its socio-economic and cultural goals.

Kindiki gazettes National Steering Committee to implement Maraga Taskforce police reforms
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2024

The committee which will be chaired by Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, includes Principal Secretaries from National Treasury, State Depar...

National Police Service Commission announces pay rise for officers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 05, 2024

Entry-level police constables' basic salaries have been increased from Sh21,645 to Sh25,645.

Reform units established across police, NYS and prisons to oversee reforms' implementation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 21, 2024

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo revealed that a dedicated police reform unit is now operational within the Ministry of Interior and Nation...

MPs start debate on controversial protests bill that caused backlash
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 07, 2024

The bill’s first reading proceeded despite its sponsor, Mbeere North MP Geoffrey Kiringa Ruku, having assured Kenyans he would withdraw it following a...

IG Kanja issues directives on implementation of Maraga task force's recommendations
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 27, 2024

"It is important that the following directives are adhered to as we forge ahead with the implementation process," Acting IG Kanja directed in the memo...

Pay rise for police, prison officers to begin this month - Ruto
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 24, 2024

President Ruto spoke during the swearing-in ceremony for the newly appointed Prisons Service Commissioner General, Patrick Aranduh Mwiti.

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