The Public Service Commission (PSC) has issued fresh directives to guide public officers ahead of the November 27 by-elections, warning that any government employee who fails to comply with election laws will face disciplinary action.
In a circular dated October 14, 2024, PSC Vice Chairperson Mary Kimonye directed all Vice Chancellors, Chief Executive Officers of State Corporations and Commissions, the Director of Public Prosecutions, Registrar of Political Parties, and the Data Commissioner to ensure that any public officer intending to contest in the by-elections had resigned within seven days of the declaration of vacancies.
Kimonye emphasized that public officers must maintain political neutrality and refrain from activities that could compromise the integrity of the public service.
“Public officers should not engage in political activities that may compromise or be seen to compromise the political neutrality of their office or publicly indicate support for or opposition to any political party or candidate in an election,” she said.
According to the PSC, public officers are prohibited from taking part in campaigns, acting as agents of political parties or candidates, or showing support or opposition to any political interest.
Kimonye warned that any officer found violating these provisions will face disciplinary action as provided under the existing service regulations.
“Submit to the Public Service Commission the names of officers under your State Departments or Agencies who have so far tendered their resignations in order to participate as candidates in the upcoming by-elections,” she added.
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