NPS defends dismissal of 18 pregnant recruits amid backlash
The National Police Service (NPS) has defended the dismissal of 18 female recruits at the National Police College, Kiganjo, who tested positive for pregnancy...
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The National Police Service (NPS) has defended its decision to dismiss 18 pregnant police recruits from the National Police College, Kiganjo. The NPS stated the dismissals were based on medical fitness requirements and not misconduct.
- 18 female recruits were discontinued.
- The decision was made by the National Police Service (NPS).
- The recruits were found to be pregnant upon reporting for training and discontinued within the first month due to the demanding nature of the training that poses risks to both the mother and child.
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NPS defends dismissal of 18 pregnant recruits amid backlash - May 2026
The National Police Service has defended its decision to dismiss 18 pregnant police recruits from the National Police College in Kiganjo, stating the dismissals were based on medical fitness requirements and not misconduct. The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) is demanding a complete overhaul of police recruitment and training policies and a review of existing policies. Meanwhile, NGOs are celebrating a significant milestone in the fight against gender-based violence in Nairobi's slums, with 3,000 cases successfully prosecuted. The NPS has also refuted claims that female recruits were discontinued due to pregnancies resulting from affairs within the institution.
