President Ruto announces third phase of prison officers’ pay rise effective July

The President said the first and second phases of the salary review, in line with the recommendations of the Maraga Taskforce Report, have already been implemented.He pointed out that the salary revie.....

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President William Ruto has announced that Kenya Prison Service officers will receive the third phase of their salary increment effective July 1, 2026. This follows the implementation of the first two phases, which have already seen salary increases for prison constables and maximum salary scales.

The salary review for prison constables has increased by 36 per cent, and the maximum salary scale has risen by 24 per cent.
Key individuals involved include President William Ruto and the Kenya Prisons Service.
The announcement was made during the Kenya Prisons Service 46th Pass-Out Parade in Ruiru, Kiambu County, where 3,862 recruits graduated.