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Public Service Commission

Also known as: PSC

Public Service Commission — government body responsible for civil service recruitment, academic credential verification, and guidelines for public service appointments.

2026-04-282026-10-17
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  1. April 2026

  2. Citizen 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 recruitment
Society

MPs seek clear funding framework for UHC worker salary transition

The News

The National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee has demanded clarity on how salaries for thousands of UHC workers transitioning to permanent and pensionable terms will be financed, citing concerns over payment delays and county arrears. Committee chairman Samuel Atandi stressed that county allocations must reflect the actual cost of devolved functions and that predictable disbursements are essential for counties to meet obligations and deliver services.

13 October 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. MPs seek clear funding framework for UHC worker salary transition

    The National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee has demanded clarity on how salaries for thousands of UHC workers transitioning to permanent and pensionable terms will be financed, citing concerns over payment delays and county arrears. Committee chairman Samuel Atandi stressed that county allocations must reflect the actual cost of devolved functions and that predictable disbursements are essential for counties to meet obligations and deliver services.

    13 October 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 10 October

  1. MPs begin public participation on six development authorities repeal bill

    The National Assembly's Regional Development Committee has started public participation on the proposed Development Authorities Laws (Repeal) Bill, 2026, which would dissolve six regional development authorities—the Coast Development Authority, Kerio Valley Development Authority, Lake Basin Development Authority, Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority, and Ewaso Ng'iro South and North Development Authorities. The bill's sponsor argues the dissolutions would wind up institutions that have fulfilled their mandates, ease budget pressure, and improve efficiency by consolidating operations under the National Treasury and Public Service Commission.

    10 October 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Health workers demand seats on Ebola response taskforce

    Healthcare workers' unions have demanded representation in Kenya's national Ebola response taskforce and adequate quality protective equipment, warning they will not treat patients without safe working conditions. The KMPDU secretary general said excluding unions from preparedness planning undermines staff safety and threatened that substandard PPE deployment would trigger industrial action.

    10 October 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 6 October

  1. Governments consider restrictions on smart glasses over privacy risks

    Governments, courts and companies are examining rules on smart glasses over concerns the technology could be used to photograph, film or audio-record people and materials without their knowledge. Australia's federal government said in September it was considering barring camera-equipped smart glasses in government workplaces, while courts in England and Wales have prohibited their use.

    6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 5 October

  1. Lands Department wins six digital transformation awards

    The State Department for Lands and Physical Planning won six awards at the 2026 Digital Transformation Public Sector Forum and Awards, including State Department of the Year, with Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome commending the department's efforts in digitisation, automation and institutional systems.

    5 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 2 October

  1. EACC proposes automated system for wealth declarations

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission is pushing to digitize the Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities (DIALs) process to strengthen monitoring of public officers' financial interests and prevent conflict of interest, which EACC Chairperson Dr. David Oginde says drives the majority of corruption cases.

    2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 1 October

  1. EACC pushes automation of wealth declarations to prevent conflicts

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission is promoting automation of public officers' wealth declarations and integration with government digital platforms to detect conflicts of interest and reduce corruption cases. EACC Chairperson David Oginde told a Public Service Commission workshop that stronger digital systems would improve scrutiny of income, assets, and liabilities across institutions.

    1 October 2026 · Capital News →

Monday 28 September

  1. Blue Valley housing project offers practical internships for young professionals

    The Blue Valley Affordable Housing Project in Nyeri County is providing internship opportunities for recent graduates, with interns like Mary Njeri gaining practical experience in customer engagement and housing services during nine-month placements.

    28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 24 September

  1. UASU issues seven-day strike notice over stalled lecturers' CBA

    The Universities Academic Staff Union has issued a seven-day notice for a nationwide strike by lecturers beginning October 2, citing the persistent failure by university councils, the Ministry of Education and the National Treasury to honour the Return-to-Work Formula and provide a financial counter-proposal for the 2025–2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Salaries and Remuneration Commission disclosed that neither the Ministry of Education nor the National Treasury had provided written commitment that funding would come through the National Exchequer.

    24 September 2026 · Capital News →

  2. UASU threatens nationwide lecturer strike from October 2, 2026

    The Universities Academic Staff Union has issued a seven-day strike notice, with lecturers set to begin a nationwide strike at midnight on Friday, October 2, 2026, over the government's failure to honour the Return-to-Work Formula signed on November 5, 2025, and to provide a financial counter-proposal for the 2025-2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement.

    24 September 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 18 September

  1. Opinion: Constitutional commissions waste resources, need closure

    A Standard columnist argues that Kenya's constitutional commissions, established in 2010, have failed to solve the problems they were created to address and instead consume taxpayer money through hefty pay packages and per diems.

    18 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 17 September

  1. Government integrates academic verification systems to curb fake credentials

    The government has convened consultative meetings between the Public Service Commission, Kenya National Examinations Council, and the Ministry of Education to integrate systems for verifying academic qualifications presented during recruitment to the public service and positions of responsibility. The initiative aims to protect recruitment integrity and promote professionalism and competence.

    17 September 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Government plans unified system to verify public servants' qualifications

    The government is working to merge separate academic credential authentication systems into a single coordinated framework to prevent fraudsters from securing public sector jobs with fake qualifications. Officials from the Public Service Commission, Kenya National Examinations Council, and Ministry of Education met at State House to discuss integrating and streamlining verification processes to safeguard recruitment integrity.

    17 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Public servants with forged degrees will be dismissed, says CS Ruku

    Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku says the government has dismissed public servants found to have used fraudulent academic credentials to gain employment or advance their careers, and will continue to do so. He commended the EACC, KNEC, and CUE for working with his ministry to detect fraudulent qualifications.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 11 September

  1. High Court stays PS gender rule petition pending Appeal jurisdiction

    The High Court has stayed proceedings in a petition by the Katiba Institute challenging the 2022 appointment of 51 Principal Secretaries for allegedly violating the two-thirds gender rule, citing an unresolved jurisdictional dispute with the Employment and Labour Relations Court. The petition argued that the nominees—39 men and 12 women—breached constitutional requirements for gender balance in appointive bodies.

    11 September 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Kenya nurses strike 44 days over unmet contract demands

    Kenya's nurses have been on strike for 44 days demanding full implementation of the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement, permanent and pensionable appointments for UHC-recruited nurses, and revised career progression guidelines. Doctors threaten to join in sympathy, risking near-total collapse of public health services as the government and Council of Governors blame each other.

    9 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Government launches national database to verify academic credentials

    Kenya is consolidating academic records from recognised institutions into a National Qualifications Database to make it harder for people with forged qualifications to secure employment. The Kenya National Qualifications Authority aims to connect all universities to the system by the end of the year, with only 22 percent currently onboarded, to streamline verification of academic credentials for employers.

    9 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Ruto appoints Oburu as IPOA chair, Sossion and Lentoijoni to TSC

    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 →

Monday 31 August

  1. Health CS blames counties for UHC staff salary delays

    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 →

  2. Counties to absorb UHC workers into permanent, pensionable positions

    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 →

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Opinion: Cabinet posts awarded for loyalty, not competence

    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 →

Thursday 20 August

  1. Lawyer challenges KNH CEO appointment on retirement age grounds

    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 →

  2. National Assembly approves Duncan Ojwang as IPOA chairperson

    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 →

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Former Deputy President alleges ethnic bias in KDF recruitment

    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 →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Kakamega clinical officers strike over unsigned CBA

    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 →

Saturday 15 August

  1. Gov't urges political leaders to ensure peaceful electoral cycle

    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 →

  2. Government warns politicians against divisive election campaigns

    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 →

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Petition challenges Kenya Railways CEO Mainga's authority in office

    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 →

  2. Lobby group challenges Kenya Railways boss Mainga's office tenure

    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 →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Labour Court bars Kenya Railways MD Mainga from office

    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 →

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