The appointment of Francis Meja as the chairperson of the Public Service Commission (PSC) is facing a legal challenge in the High Court of Kenya.

• The petition seeks to halt the recruitment and appointment process, citing alleged violations of constitutional provisions and public participation requirements.
• Petitioners Magare Gikenyi and Eliud Karanja Matindi have named the National Assembly, the Public Service Commission, and the Office of the Attorney-General as respondents.
• Francis Meja, who was nominated by President William Ruto in January 2026, previously served as a commissioner at the PSC, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest.