The Kenyan government plans to recruit nearly 50,000 police officers and teachers by 2029, as outlined in the 2026/27 Budget Policy Statement (BPS). This move is driven by a positive economic outlook and aims to bolster national security and improve the education sector.

• 20,000 police officers will be recruited to enhance national security ahead of the 2027 General Elections.
• The budget for the security sector is projected to rise from Ksh329.9 billion in 2026/27 to Ksh344.9 billion by 2028/29.
• 30,000 teachers will be recruited, with a focus on STEM and technical areas, to improve teacher-learner ratios and the quality of learning.
• The education sector will receive a projected budget allocation of Ksh380 billion for the 2027/28 financial year, increasing to Ksh459.3 billion by 2028/29.
• The government also intends to construct 20,000 new classrooms and rehabilitate 15,000 existing ones to support Competency-Based Education (CBE).

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has assured the Senate’s County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) of full police support in investigating misappropriated public resources and enforcing committee summonses. This commitment aims to strengthen accountability at the county level and ensure compliance with oversight directives.

• Kanja pledged unwavering support and closer collaboration between the police and Parliament.
• The meeting involved IG Kanja and the County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC), chaired by Moses Otieno Kajwang’.
• The National Police Service will work with other security agencies to investigate misuse of public funds and provide security for committee sittings, ensuring adherence to its directives.