COURT ISSUES FRESH DIRECTIVES ON RECRUITMENT OF 10,000 OFFICERS

The Employment and Labor Relations Court has issued new directives in a case challenging the recruitment of 10,000 police officers. On October 21, the court maintained that the suspension of the exercise will remain in place until October 30, 2025, when a ruling will be delivered.
The case has drawn attention to the ongoing power struggle between the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) and the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) over control of police recruitment.
At the same time, the court reaffirmed its earlier orders halting the nationwide recruitment process following a petition filed by politician Harun Mwau.
The petition contests the legality of the recruitment initiated by the NPSC, claiming it was conducted without the approval of the Inspector-General. Justice Wasilwa noted that the suspension would continue to preserve the status quo until the court issues its final decision.
“The current position will be maintained pending the court’s determination on October 30, 2025,” Justice Wasilwa ruled.
During proceedings, Mwau argued that under Article 245 of the Constitution, the Inspector-General holds exclusive powers over the employment, promotion, suspension, and dismissal of officers within the National Police Service.