A senior Inspector of Police will receive an additional Ksh1,629, making their new salary Ksh64,379, while the lowest in the same rank will get Ksh44,369, up from Ksh42,940.
A chief inspector’s salary has been raised to Ksh71,789 from Ksh68,720, and junior officers in this rank will now earn Ksh49,769, up from Ksh47,290.
Those holding the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police will earn Ksh218,269, while a Commissioner of Police, a position held by county police commanders, will receive Ksh156,229, with the lowest in this rank getting Ksh106,929.
The salary for a Senior Assistant Inspector General, the third highest rank in the service, has been increased by nearly Ksh10,000, resulting in a new basic salary of Ksh298,529, up from Ksh289,090. New entrants in this rank will earn Ksh200,889, up from Ksh189,640.
Ruto acknowledged that the salary increase is crucial for restoring integrity, efficiency, and accountability within the security forces, adding that the morale boost from the salary hike would significantly enhance security across the country.
The task force highlighted that many officers, poorly paid and struggling with mental health issues, have even turned to crime, with some even going to extremes such as taking their own lives.
“The review of the terms and conditions of service for our men and women in uniform will enhance their morale and transform our security. It will increase our capacity to protect Kenyans,” Ruto stated.
He also assured that the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) would soon make the necessary adjustments to implement the decision.
President William Ruto presiding over the Police Constables’ pass-out parade in Kiganjo, Nyeri County on January 10, 2023. /PCS