Courts Intervene in Police Recruitment, Striking Doctors, and School Fees - October 2025

The National Police Service (NPS) and the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) have challenged the jurisdiction of the Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) over a case that halted the recruitment of 10,000 police officers. In a separate case, the same court has temporarily blocked the Kiambu County Government from replacing its striking doctors, following a petition citing unfairness and violations of labor laws. Meanwhile, the High Court in Kericho has provided relief to parents at Litein High School by reducing a damage fee for students. The court slashed the demand from Sh49,000 to Sh10,000 per student, a decision that affects Form Four candidates preparing for national examinations.

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NPS, NPSC contest Employment Court’s jurisdiction on police recruitment

The National Police Service (NPS) and the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) have challenged the Employment and Labour Relations Court's (ELRC) jurisdiction over a case that halted the recruitment of 10,000 police officers in Kenya.