Also known as: PSC
Public Service Commission — government agency that sets employment policies and guidelines for Kenya's civil service, including retirement ages and UHC worker integration standards.
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… In court filings, the Public Service Commission Secretary and Chief Executive Officer Paul Famba acknowledged that the recruitment advertisement had introduced a Master’s degree requirement for promotion to the rank of Inspector of Prisons. …
Court Closes Petition Challenging Kenya Prisons Recruitment Criteria After SettlementCitizen Digital
… In a replying affidavit filed in court, Public Service Commission Secretary and CEO Paul Famba admitted that the recruitment advertisement introduced a Master’s degree requirement for promotion to the rank of Inspector of Prisons contrary to the Revised Scheme of Service for Pris …
Court closes petition challenging Kenya Prisons recruitment criteriaCitizen Digital
… The petition filed by Francis Awino names several government agencies and officials, including the Ministry of Health, the National Treasury, the Social Health Authority (SHA), the Digital Health Authority, the Public Service Commission and the Teachers Service Commission, among …
Petition filed to suspend SHA, Digital Health rollout over legality questionsCitizen Digital
… Jacob Gakeri granted the professor leave to file judicial review proceedings against the Public Service Commission (PSC) and Maseno University, allowing the matter to proceed for full hearing. …
Nairobi court stops Maseno University VC recruitmentPresident Ruto appointed Dr Duncan Oburu Ojwang as chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority for a six-year term effective August 31, 2026, replacing Justice Ahmed Issack Hassan. Ruto also appointed Wilson Sossion and Antonina Lentoijoni to the Teachers Service Commission for six years after parliamentary approval.
1 September 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto appointed Dr Duncan Oburu Ojwang as chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority for a six-year term effective August 31, 2026, replacing Justice Ahmed Issack Hassan. Ruto also appointed Wilson Sossion and Antonina Lentoijoni to the Teachers Service Commission for six years after parliamentary approval.
1 September 2026 · The Standard →
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale attributed delayed September salaries for Universal Health Coverage staff to counties' refusal to integrate payroll systems, saying about 12 counties resisted establishing a sustainable payroll mechanism for 7,786 UHC workers. Duale said the ministry has no funds to pay the staff unless counties add them to their payrolls or the ministry receives direct transfers.
31 August 2026 · The Standard →
During an IBEC session chaired by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, counties agreed to absorb eligible UHC workers into their establishments on permanent and pensionable terms, with the transition financed through County Governments Additional Allocations for 2026/27. The Ministry of Health will be reimbursed for payments made to workers in July and August, and the Public Service Commission will issue uniform guidelines to ensure consistent implementation across counties.
31 August 2026 · The Standard →
An editorial argues that Kenya's Cabinet Secretary positions are being filled as political rewards for partisan fidelity rather than expertise, with vetting by the National Assembly reduced to a "choreographed ritual of deference," resulting in administrative blunders and institutional decay.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
A Nairobi lawyer has filed a High Court petition challenging the appointment of Dr Richard Lesiyampe as Kenyatta National Hospital Chief Executive Officer, arguing that it violates constitutional and regulatory requirements regarding mandatory retirement age for public officers in senior state corporation posts.
20 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Assembly on Wednesday approved lawyer Duncan Ojwang Oburu as chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), with the Committee on Administration and Internal Security finding he meets all required qualifications including High Court judge eligibility and a law degree from a recognized university.
20 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has claimed that 3,000 of 5,000 army recruits who graduated from the Defence Forces Recruits Training School on August 13, 2026 are from President William Ruto's community. The allegation echoes historical concerns about ethnic imbalance in Kenyan public service recruitment.
19 August 2026 · The Standard →
Clinical officers in Kakamega downed tools after the county failed to sign and implement their 2025/2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement, despite a 21-day notice and 14-day ultimatum. The union is demanding CBA signing, implementation of career guidelines, a return-to-work formula with promotions, and proper grading of officers.
18 August 2026 · The Standard →
The government has urged political leaders and stakeholders to act responsibly as the country enters a new electoral cycle, assuring Kenyans they will be able to choose their leaders freely and without intimidation. Principal Secretary for Internal Security Dr. Raymond Omollo called on leaders to prioritise national unity and avoid rhetoric that could fuel ethnic, religious or regional divisions.
15 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's government has assured citizens that next elections will be peaceful and free, while warning political leaders against using ethnicity, religion and regional identity to divide voters. Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo urged politicians to conduct campaigns responsibly and called on Kenyans to embrace national identity over ethnic politics.
15 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Centre for Litigation Trust has petitioned the High Court to stop Kenya Railways Managing Director and CEO Philip Mainga from exercising his office powers, arguing his tenure may have expired. The petitioner is seeking conservatory orders to restrain Mainga from making substantive decisions pending the case's hearing and determination.
12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Centre for Litigation Trust has filed a petition in the High Court challenging whether Kenya Railways Managing Director Philip Mainga can legally remain in office after his alleged second term expired on February 2, 2026. The petition argues that Mainga's continued occupation of the role raises constitutional and statutory concerns regarding lawful exercise of public authority.
12 August 2026 · The Standard →
Justice Nzioki wa Makau of the Employment and Labour Relations Court issued interim orders barring Philip Mainga from occupying and exercising the powers of Managing Director and CEO of Kenya Railways Corporation, pending the hearing of a petition filed by Joan Machuma Nyongesa challenging the legality of his continued tenure.
11 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Music Festival in Bungoma County has showcased talent from both established and little-known schools. Standout performers include Utwiini Primary School from Makueni County, which finished second in its category, along with winners in various competitions including Nzoia Sugar School in Choral Music for Junior Schools and Highlands Junior School in the Swahili Choral Verse category for Junior Schools.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Music Festival at Kibabii University in Bungoma County has entered its fourth day, with over 100,000 learners from across Kenya competing. The festival concludes August 14, with overall winners earning an opportunity to perform before the President at State House.
5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Directorate of Criminal Investigation has arrested Philip Kipsoi Kiyeng, director of Region Group College in Eldoret, for allegedly issuing forged academic certificates and misrepresenting the college as a Moi University affiliate. A victim who enrolled for a Diploma in Business Management was dismissed from employment after the fake certificate was flagged during verification by his employer.
5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Public Service Commission has issued an addendum circular proposing sweeping changes to the mandatory retirement age for academic staff in public universities and research institutions, reducing the retirement age for some cadres by as much as 15 years. The proposal has triggered outrage among academic staff and is setting the stage for a nationwide strike weeks before universities reopen.
5 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Public Service Commission says mental health is a major challenge for Kenya's civil service, with depression, substance abuse, domestic conflicts and financial difficulties affecting well-being and service delivery. Uniformed officers are among the most affected, with increased suicide-related and murder-suicide cases; the commission has strengthened counselling services across state agencies to address the crisis.
5 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) and Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU) have accused the government of failing to honour Collective Bargaining Agreements, warning of fresh disruption if pending 2017–2021 and 2021–2025 CBA arrears are not paid in full immediately.
4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Universities Academic Staff Union warns that lowering the retirement age for professors from 74 to 70 and for senior lecturers from 70 to 65 could cause the University of Nairobi to lose up to 70 per cent of its academic workforce within five years. The union is demanding withdrawal of the Public Service Commission circular, noting the university has already lost about 40 per cent of academic staff since a hiring freeze in 2020.
4 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Universities Academic Staff Union warns that implementing the Public Service Commission's revised retirement policy—which lowers the retirement age for professors from 74 to 70 and for other academic staff to 65 and below—could cause the University of Nairobi to lose between 60 and 70 percent of its academic staff. UASU says the university has not recruited lecturers since 2020 and has already lost 40 percent of its workforce through attrition.
3 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Universities Academic Staff Union has called on the Public Service Commission to withdraw a circular on university professor retirement age, warning it could result in the loss of up to 70 percent of the University of Nairobi's academic staff and threaten teaching, research and innovation. UASU says the PSC overturned an earlier agreement without consulting universities or academic staff, and notes conflicting court rulings have created legal uncertainty.
3 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Universities Academic Staff Union has opposed a new Public Service Commission retirement policy that lowers the retirement age for professors from 74 to 70 and for other academic staff to 65 and below, warning it could force out 40 per cent of the University of Nairobi's remaining staff and cripple academic programmes.
3 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto's four nominees for key constitutional commissions—Antonina Lentoijoni and Wilson Sossion to the Teachers Service Commission, Flora Mutua to the Public Service Commission, and Dr. Duncan Ojwang Oburu to chair the Independent Policing Oversight Authority—have been referred by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula to departmental committees for vetting under the Constitution and Public Appointments Act.
30 July 2026 · The Standard →
Professor John Okumu has been appointed Vice Chancellor of Kenyatta University, effective immediately, following a competitive recruitment process by the Public Service Commission where he was the top-ranked candidate. He previously served as Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic) for one decade and in various Senior Management positions at the University.
27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Union of Kenya Civil Servants has filed a court case in the Employment and Labour Relations Court to strip the Public Service Commission of its authority to advertise, shortlist, interview, and promote civil servants, contending that the commission has exceeded its constitutional mandate and that these powers should be transferred to Principal Secretaries of respective ministries.
25 July 2026 · The Standard →
A petition has been filed at Milimani High Court seeking intervention in the management of Kenya Reinsurance Corporation, citing allegations of mismanagement, employee harassment, financial impropriety, intimidation, and micromanagement by CEO Hillary Wachinga.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A dispute between the national Ministry of Health and the Council of Governors over Universal Health Coverage is affecting medical service provision as a health workers' strike continued. The Ministry requested the Public Service Commission move staff to counties, while the CoG accused the Ministry of sabotaging county governments by inciting the strike.
24 July 2026 · The Standard →
Health unions blamed county governments for an ongoing nationwide strike by Universal Health Coverage workers, accusing governors of failing to implement an Sh8.9 billion budget allocation meant to transition healthcare workers to permanent and pensionable terms. The strike, now in its third day, saw union members demanding implementation of employment agreements, permanent and pensionable appointment letters, inclusion in July payroll, and recognition agreements.
23 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives issued a seven-day strike notice on July 23, threatening to withdraw services nationwide from July 29 unless national and county governments resolve long-standing labour grievances including collective bargaining rights, delayed promotions, and absorption of UHC workers into permanent terms.
23 July 2026 · The Standard →