NPSC Stories

Court battle looms as activist sues police service commission over DIG Lagat’s replacement
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jul 03, 2025

Lagat stepped aside as the Police DIG on June 16 and notified the police service that his functions would be performed by his principal assistant, Pat...

Ruto appoints three new members to National Police Service Commission amid other high-profile state appointments
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 28, 2025

The Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury and Economic Planning, John Mbadi Ng’ongo, has revoked the appointment of Wycliffe Wafula Wangamati as the...

NPSC urges peaceful protests and police restraint as protests turn chaotic across Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 25, 2025

The National Police Service Commission expressed concern over the unfolding situation and called for restraint from all parties involved in the Justic...

Eight shortlisted for National Police Service Commission chair, interviews set for early July
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 20, 2025

Eleven others have been shortlisted for the Member position, with all interviews set to take place at the commission’s offices on Harambee Avenue.

Nairobi court halts government ban on matatu graffiti pending petition's full hearing
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 09, 2025

High Court Judge Bahati Mwamuye granted conservatory orders in favour of Michael Makubo William, the petitioner who challenged the legality and consti...

NPSC opposes MPs’ bid to redirect Sh833m from police insurance to settle idle hospital debt
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 25, 2025

The MPs argue that the hospital, intended to provide specialised healthcare for officers and their families, should not be left to waste while the gov...

Government extends NHIF staff contracts by six months for smooth SHA transition
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 24, 2025

PSC chairperson Anthony Muchiri said the decision is meant to ensure smooth operations as SHA prepares to fully take over health insurance services.

Setback for police commission recruitment as selection panel re-advertises top jobs
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 22, 2025

In a fresh advert placed in the dailies, selection panel chairperson Arthur Osiya called for new applications for the commission’s top jobs.

How African countries are defying AU ban on coup leaders running for office
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 11, 2025

Following the August 30, 2023 coup, the PSC, during its 1172nd session, suspended Gabon from all AU activities until constitutional order is restored.

Government officials given April 4 deadline to submit performance reports
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 18, 2025

The reports ensure that public officials and institutions are held accountable for their performance. They also provide a structured assessment of whe...

PSC backs petition challenging promotions at Attorney General’s office
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 05, 2025

The Employment and Labour Relations Court had suspended the appointments after Gikenyi claimed they were not filled competitively and lacked diversity...

Rights groups say proposed law to regulate demos could be used against peaceful protesters
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 19, 2025

The stakeholders insisted that any necessary adjustments to public order laws should be made through amendments to existing legislation rather than th...

Ethiopia secures African Union Peace and Security Council seat amid regional tensions
Mwangi Maina  |  Feb 13, 2025

Given the growing geopolitical interest in the Horn of Africa, Ethiopia's membership will allow it to counter external influence while promoting its o...

Public hospitals, TSC, NTSA among state offices where bribes for services are a must – Report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 11, 2025

EACC noted that the national average bribe rose significantly in 2023, with Kenyans paying an average of Sh11,625 per transaction, up from Sh6,865 in...

Kenya Power workers top list of public employees taking most emergency leave days
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 08, 2025

The electricity distributor defended the numbers, attributing them to its large workforce of approximately 10,500 employees.

State House among institutions hiring more staff without need assessment - Report
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 05, 2025

The creation of offices without workload analysis contravenes legal requirements mandating that such expansions be based on comprehensive plans.

PSC flags over 2,000 government workers paid off-system in payroll breach
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 04, 2025

The review shows that only 411 of the affected employees were listed in the official staff biodata, contrary to public service regulations.

PSC report exposes gender bias in Kenyan government agencies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 30, 2025

The law mandates that no more than two-thirds of workers in any government body should be of the same gender.

Kenya Power, Kenya Railways lead in public sector hiring of casual workers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 30, 2025

The PSC has urged public institutions to comply with a ruling from the Labour court, which mandates the use of contracted service providers instead of...

Public sector salary arrears hit Sh2.49 billion, Egerton University hardest hit
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 30, 2025

The failure to pay workers highlighted ongoing financial difficulties in many public institutions.

Over 30 civil servants face probe over suspicious increases in their assets
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 26, 2025

The revelations come as thousands of public servants failed to comply with mandatory wealth declaration regulations.

Newly appointed PSC commissioners face court battle over appointment legality
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 22, 2025

High Court Judge Bahati Mwamuye directed that the commissioners, Attorney-General Dorcas Oduor and Parliament be served with the court documents.

Gabriel Oguda, Sossion among 109 shortlisted for principal secretary jobs
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 09, 2025

Successful candidates will serve as accounting officers for their respective state departments, manage financial and human resources, and oversee the...

Former IEBC commissioner Boya Molu among eight nominees being vetted for PSC jobs
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 09, 2025

The PSC plays a critical role in managing Kenya's civil service, and the vetting of the nominees is an essential step in ensuring its effective operat...

President Ruto nominates eight to fill upcoming vacancies at PSC
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 20, 2024

The nominees include Mary Wanjira Kimonye, who has been nominated for the position of vice-chairperson.

Blow to AG office as court suspends promotions over fairness concerns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 11, 2024

Justice Byram Ongaya issued the order on Wednesday, halting the promotions, which had been announced by Solicitor-General Shadrack Mose in a memo date...

State House vs PSC: New Bill seeks to shift control of Kenya's public service
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2024

The situation is becoming increasingly complex as the Public Service Commission has long been the central body for staffing decisions across all publi...

Changes loom in government as PSC announces recruitment of principal secretaries
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 20, 2024

Muchiri said the names of all applicants and those shortlisted will be published in the print media after the closure of the advert.

Police officers injured in line of duty paid Sh709 million, NPSC says
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 15, 2024

This amount was distributed across 937 successful claims out of the 1,756 cases submitted by officers within the service.

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