PSC Issues Warning to All Civil Servants, Warns of Disciplinary Action
Those found culpable would face suspension, termination of employment, or removal from office...
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The Public Service Commission (PSC) has issued a stern warning to all civil servants, prohibiting their involvement in politics ahead of the November 27, 2025 by-elections. Public officers intending to contest must resign within seven days of vacancy declaration or face disqualification and disciplinary action.
- All public officers are barred from political activities that could compromise neutrality, as per Section 12 (c) and (d) of the Political Parties Act (Cap. 7D) and Section 25(1) of the Conflict of Interest Act, 2025.
- The directive, signed by PSC Vice Chairperson Mary Kimonye, mandates that institutional heads submit lists of resigned staff to the PSC.
- Breaching these provisions will lead to disciplinary action, including suspension, termination, or removal from office, with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) overseeing by-elections for 24 constituencies.
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