Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku on Monday, July 6, 2026, presided over the 7th Graduation and Induction Ceremony for Cohort 3 of 483 Assistant County Commissioners who successfully completed a Diploma in Public Administration (DPA) at the Kenya School of Government (KSG), Lower Kabete Campus.
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo highlighted the programme’s role in equipping National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) with the knowledge and leadership skills required to serve Kenyans effectively at the grassroots level.
A total of 432 Assistant County Commissioners are now graduands, having satisfied the Academic Board of the Kenya School of Government for the award of the Diploma in Public Administration. pic.twitter.com/I3f9sqyIyt
— Ministry of Interior | Kenya (@InteriorKE) July 6, 2026
“The programme equips National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) with the skills and expertise needed to provide effective leadership, strengthen public administration and enhance service delivery at the grassroots, contributing to responsive, accountable and citizen-centred governance across the country.”
According to Omollo, the ceremony carried historical significance for the Kenya School of Government as it concluded celebrations marking the institution’s 100 years of public service training and leadership development.
“The ceremony also marked the culmination of the centenary celebrations of the Kenya School of Government, commemorating 100 years of excellence in public service training and leadership development.”
The graduation comes months after the Ministry of Interior announced a major reshuffle affecting Regional Commissioners and County Commissioners across the country. In a statement on Friday, May 15, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the changes were intended to strengthen coordination of national government functions in different regions.
“The Ministry has effected the following changes in the ranks of Regional Commissioner and County Commissioner to enhance service delivery and ensure effective coordination of National Government functions across the country.”
According to the ministry, the transfers and promotions were made after considering the strengths, experience, qualifications, and performance of the officers involved.
Quick Facts
| Event | 7th Graduation and Induction Ceremony for Cohort 3 |
| Date | July 6, 2026 |
| Number of Graduands | 483 |
| Qualification | Diploma in Public Administration (DPA) |
| Venue | Kenya School of Government (KSG), Lower Kabete Campus |
| Presiding Officer | Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku |
| Historical Context | Culmination of KSG’s 100-year centenary celebrations |
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