Waziri Mayai Wa Maradhi
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- Jan 28, 2026
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The government has set aside KSh 2.9 billion for the recruitment of 10,000 police officers in the 2026/2027 financial year, according to budget-related updates.
The recruitment exercise is expected to take place after the August pass-out ceremony, with indications that it may begin around September 2026 and conclude before July 2027. This would mark one of the largest single recruitment drives into the National Police Service in recent years.
Officials have advised interested applicants to prepare early and ensure they meet the required qualifications, as the process is expected to be highly competitive.
The announcement comes ahead of the general election period, a time when government recruitment and public service expansions often attract heightened public attention and scrutiny.
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Authorities have not yet released detailed official guidelines for the recruitment exercise, but further communication is expected closer to the commencement date.
The recruitment exercise is expected to take place after the August pass-out ceremony, with indications that it may begin around September 2026 and conclude before July 2027. This would mark one of the largest single recruitment drives into the National Police Service in recent years.
Officials have advised interested applicants to prepare early and ensure they meet the required qualifications, as the process is expected to be highly competitive.
The announcement comes ahead of the general election period, a time when government recruitment and public service expansions often attract heightened public attention and scrutiny.
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Authorities have not yet released detailed official guidelines for the recruitment exercise, but further communication is expected closer to the commencement date.