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Kenya School of Government

Also known as: Kenya School of Government, Lower Kabete · KSG

Government training institution establishing digital skills and AI programmes for public servants; hosting the Raila Odinga Regional Leadership Academy.

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June 2026
19 JunThe Standard
… omotion at work is based on demonstrated results, never on mere longevity, Ruto said his administration is investing in human capital to transform the culture of service.Ruto spoke at the inaugural National Productivity and Performance Conference at the Kenya School of Government …
I will sanction nonperformers without apology, Ruto vows
18 JunThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe Kenya School of Government (KSG) and industrialist and philanthropist Manu Chandaria have signed an agreement to establish an institution in honour of the late ODM leader Raila Odinga. …
KSG and Chandaria partner to honour Raila's legacy
10 JunCitizen Digital
… He said the ministry is investing in human capital development through leadership and professional training programmes at the Kenya School of Government, while supporting accreditation and certification of human resource practitioners through the Institute of Human Resource Manag …
CS Ruku calls for stronger collaboration between gov't and private sector
May 2026
14 MayCitizen Digital
… According to the commission, the recruitment process included psychometric assessments and oral interviews conducted at the Kenya School of Government, Lower Kabete, on May 14, 2026. …
Roble Said Nuno appointed as Commission on Revenue Allocation CEO
5 MayCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – The Nairobi County Government has begun the induction of its new Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Board at the Kenya School of Government, marking a renewed drive to restore order and strengthen regulation in the liquor sector. …
Nairobi Inducts New Alcohol Licensing Board to Tackle Illegal Liquor Trade
5 MayCitizen Digital
… al alcohol trade By Benjamin Muriuki May 05, 2026 03:55 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Induction session of the Nairobi County Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Board at the Kenya School of Government …
Nairobi County inducts new liquor licensing board in crackdown on illegal alcohol trade

Society

Government institutions must make services accessible to disabled persons

The News

The Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights is developing guidelines requiring government institutions to redesign communication channels so persons with disabilities can access public service recruitment notices, state tenders, and service announcements. The proposed guidelines will include provisions such as sign-language interpretation to ensure information is available in formats accommodating different disabilities.

2 November 2026 · The Standard →

Yesterday

Government institutions must make services accessible to disabled persons
The Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights is developing guidelines requiring government institutions to redesign communication channels so persons with disabilities can access public service recruitment notices, state tenders, and service announcements. The proposed guidelines will include provisions such as sign-language interpretation to ensure information is available in formats accommodating different disabilities.
2 November 2026 · The Standard →
21 youths complete cybersecurity training at Nairobi Cyberweek event
Cyberweek Africa 2026 concluded in Nairobi with 21 youths receiving cybersecurity training and certification through the Huawei Cybersecurity Associate Training Course, covering network security, threat prevention, firewall security, encryption, and PKI systems. The event, led by the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy alongside other government and academic partners, also saw stakeholders calling for stronger policies, technologies, and skills to address emerging digital threats.
2 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 31 October

State agencies urged to audit digital platforms for disability access
Government institutions have been urged to audit their digital platforms and allocate funds to remove barriers preventing persons with disabilities from accessing public information and essential services. Cabinet Secretary Hannah Wendot said inclusivity must be central to Kenya's digital transformation agenda and cited the Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025, as a legal framework for advancing disability rights.
31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 29 October

PS Imbunya urges stronger controls on public payroll management
Principal Secretary for Public Service Prof. Jane Imbunya has called for accurate payroll records, transparency and accountability in public service management, warning that weak controls can expose taxpayers' money to losses and undermine public confidence in government institutions. She emphasised that verified employee records, regular audits and clear accountability systems are needed to prevent overpayments, unauthorised entries and payments to ghost workers.
29 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 12 October

Nairobi Governor reports 80% river clearance, Ksh5B infrastructure works
Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson said clearance and rehabilitation works along the Nairobi, Mathare and Ngong rivers have reached 80 per cent completion as the county prepares for El Niño rains. Road and drainage projects valued at KSh5 billion are underway across the capital in collaboration with KeNHA and KURA.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's GDP grew 5.3% in Q1 2026, Mudavadi reports
Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said Kenya's GDP grew by 5.3 per cent in the first quarter of 2026, up from 4 per cent in the same period in 2025. He cited the achievement alongside currency stability, increased investor confidence, and major investments including the Sh2.2 trillion Dangote East Africa Refinery in Lamu County.
12 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 9 October

Kenya School of Government launches digital skills institute
The Kenya School of Government has established an e-Learning and Information Technology Institute to provide specialized training in digital technologies and artificial intelligence to public servants, aimed at helping government institutions embrace innovation and improve service delivery.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 8 October

Suqoon calls for protection gap closure for older persons
Kenya must close the gap between recognising people as older persons at 60 and providing them with an Older Persons Cash Transfer at 70, Suqoon founder Shakira Khawaja has said at the Fourth Kenya Social Protection Conference. She called for preventive approaches to protect older people's health, income, independence and dignity, as the Government moves to expand social protection.
8 October 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya must shift to preventive social protection for ageing population
A social protection advocate has urged Kenya to shift from crisis response to preventive social protection to ensure older persons remain healthy, independent and economically active as the country's ageing population grows. Suqoon Founder Shakira Khawaja said Kenya's expanding social protection system should address the health, income and social needs of older persons before they become crises, and called for increased life expectancy to be viewed as a public health achievement rather than a burden.
8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 7 October

Fifty-one-year-old car still runs on Kenyan roads
A car built in 1975 and purchased in 1980 for Sh36,000 remains operational on Lower Kabete Road near Kenya School of Government, serving as testament to quality construction.
7 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 3 October

Raila Mausoleum 98 per cent complete, state handover October 7
The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum in Bondo, final resting place of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga and Raila Odinga, will be handed over to the State on October 7 and dedicated by President William Ruto in a restricted, military-honours ceremony. Public access opens October 8, with the event broadcast live and screened at three locations.
3 October 2026 · Capital News →
Raila Odinga mausoleum 98% complete, handed over Wednesday
The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kang'o ka Jaramogi in Bondo, which houses Kenya's first Vice President Jaramogi Oginga Odinga and his son Raila Odinga, is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto.
3 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 2 October

Inua Jamii coverage to expand to 2.5 million households
Kenya plans to expand the Inua Jamii social assistance programme to reach 2.5 million households, up from its current 1.7 million, while establishing a Social Protection Fund to provide more predictable financing for vulnerable households. The expanded programme will link cash transfers to skills, savings, financial inclusion, and market access to help households build sustainable livelihoods.
2 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 26 September

KSG chief warns public servants to learn AI or face irrelevance
The Kenya School of Government Director General has urged civil servants to adopt artificial intelligence in their work, warning that those who refuse will become irrelevant as technology replaces outdated practices. The government has established a regional centre for digital skilling and AI training, with specialized programmes for human resources, finance, procurement, and other sectors.
26 September 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 19 September

Political parties waste public funds without educating members
Kenya's Political Parties Fund allocates millions in annual taxpayer shillings to political parties, yet the parties function as ethnic mobilisation machines and personality cults lacking genuine political education, coherent policy positions, or internal democracy. The Registrar of Political Parties lacks mandate to require that publicly funded parties educate their members and leaders.
19 September 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 18 September

Raila family plans week-long national commemoration events
The Odinga family has established a National Steering Committee to coordinate a week-long programme of activities marking the first anniversary of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's death, scheduled for October 10 to 17. The celebrations will bring together Kenyans from different communities and institutions to commemorate Raila's life and legacy, and will include academic, religious and public activities.
18 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 17 September

Raila anniversary organisers warn disruptions not welcome
Organisers of events marking the first anniversary of Raila Odinga's death have said the celebrations are intended to bring together Kenyans across political, religious and ethnic divides, but warned that those intent on causing disruption will not be invited to participate.
17 September 2026 · Capital News →
Raila Odinga's anniversary marked by democracy centre and academy
The first anniversary of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's death will be marked with national commemorative events, including the launch of a democracy centre at the University of Nairobi and the establishment of the Raila Odinga Regional Leadership Academy at the Kenya School of Government, designated as a centre of excellence for governance and public administration studies. Mama Ida Odinga said the family welcomed the institutional initiatives in his memory.
17 September 2026 · Capital News →
Committee named to lead Raila Odinga first anniversary commemoration
Ida Odinga announced that Prof Adams Oloo will lead a national steering committee to coordinate Raila Odinga's first anniversary commemoration from October 10–17, with activities framed around celebrating his life and legacy rather than his death.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 28 August

National Youth Council opens voter registration for October 2026 elections
The National Youth Council has launched its voter registration and candidate nomination portal ahead of elections scheduled for October 9 to 30, 2026, the first in 14 years. The government is adopting a whole-of-government approach to mobilise young people across the country and encourage participation in decision-making.
28 August 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 21 August

Kenya pursues land reforms amid displacement concerns
Kenya is advancing land reforms including title deed issuance and digitization to unlock economic value, but citizens report delayed titles, poor demarcation, corruption and unresolved disputes that expose communities to insecurity and displacement. The National Land Commission says development must be guided by proper planning, secure land rights and fairness to communities.
21 August 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 15 July

EACC and ODPP plan joint capacity-building against corruption
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions have resolved to conduct joint capacity-building programmes for investigators and prosecutors to strengthen collaboration in investigating and prosecuting corruption and money laundering cases.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 14 July

EACC and ODPP commit to strengthen joint anti-corruption efforts
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions have reaffirmed their commitment to closer collaboration in investigating and prosecuting corruption and money laundering cases following a strategic meeting at the Kenya School of Government.
14 July 2026 · Capital News →
EACC and ODPP commit to strengthening corruption investigation partnership
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions have renewed their commitment to closer collaboration in investigating and prosecuting corruption and money laundering cases following a high-level strategic meeting.
14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 6 July

Kenya School of Government integrates AI skills in civil service training
The Kenya School of Government graduated 432 Assistant County Commissioners and celebrated its centenary by launching a push to equip public servants with AI skills as part of efforts to position Kenya as a continental leader in digital governance.
6 July 2026 · Capital News →
432 Assistant County Commissioners graduate as KSG marks centenary
A total of 432 Assistant County Commissioners graduated with Diplomas in Public Administration as the Kenya School of Government marked its 100th anniversary. The ceremony also coincided with the induction of 530 newly appointed Deputy County Commissioners, with Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku calling on public servants to embrace artificial intelligence to improve efficiency.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
432 Assistant County Commissioners graduate at KSG's centenary
The Kenya School of Government marked its 100th anniversary with the graduation of 432 Assistant County Commissioners holding Diplomas in Public Administration, while 530 newly appointed Deputy County Commissioners were inducted. The Cabinet Secretary for Public Service urged public servants to embrace Artificial Intelligence for improved efficiency and modern governance.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 1 July

Government denies involvement in activist abductions amid resurgence claims
The Interior Principal Secretary has dismissed allegations linking the government to recent disappearances of activists, defending the police and stating that enforced disappearances are not part of its security policy. He challenged those making allegations to provide evidence, insisting such incidents were more common under the previous administration.
1 July 2026 · The Standard →
PS warns administrators: reform substance abuse or face demotion
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo warned National Government Administration Officers that the government will no longer tolerate alcohol and drug abuse among administrators. He said officers struggling with addiction would be supported through rehabilitation, but persistent offenders would be reassigned to lighter duties instead of remaining in sensitive leadership positions.
1 July 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 30 June

PS warns administrators: seek rehab or face demotion
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has warned National Government Administration Officers that the government will no longer tolerate alcohol and drug abuse, offering rehabilitation support to those struggling with addiction while threatening reassignment to lighter duties for persistent offenders.
30 June 2026 · The Standard →