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Originally published by KBC Top Storiestop
August 6, 2026
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‘We Are Not Watchmen’: Private security guards push for dignity, fair wages
Private security guards have appealed to President William Ruto to champion improved pay, stronger legal protections and greater recognition for their contribution to Kenya’s security. Speaking at a meeting with President Ruto at State House, Nairobi, Isaac Andabwa, General Sec..
✨ Key Highlights
Private security guards in Kenya are demanding improved wages, better working conditions, and professional recognition, appealing directly to President William Ruto for support.
- The Kenya National Private Security Workers Union (KNPSWU), led by General Secretary Isaac Andabwa, highlighted that some guards earn as little as Ksh 9,000 per month.
- Guards are pushing to abandon the colonial-era term "watchman," asserting their role as integral to national security.
- Key demands include the full implementation of labor laws, enforcement of minimum wage, and sector-specific economic empowerment programs.
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