Shamza Abedi, the former head of the Kabarnet Police Station in Baringo County, was surprised to be sought by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), which typically investigates complaints against police officers. Initially fearing that one of her officers might be involved in misconduct, she was instead awarded by IPOA for her efforts in restoring security in the community, an unusual occurrence for the authority.

The Chairman of Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has urged electoral officers and heads of departments in the Southwest to approach the 2027 General Election with greater commitment, discipline and preparedness. According to Leadership newspaper, Amupitan delivered the charge in Lagos while addressing Electoral Officers and Heads of Department, stressing the need to confront the challenges of the forthcoming polls frontally.

The Makueni County Assembly Committee on Appointment has vetted nominees for two vacant positions in the County Executive Committee, specifically for Agriculture and Trade. The committee, led by Speaker Douglas Mbilu, reviewed Irene Makau's nomination for the role overseeing Trade, Marketing, Industry, Culture, and Tourism, which became available due to a recent vacancy.

Mary Kilobi, a journalist and wife of COTU secretary general Francis Atwoli, has been sworn in at State House after being appointed by President William Ruto to the Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC). According to Tuko, Kilobi brings more than 15 years of experience in journalism and strategic communication to the role, which is expected to support Kenya's devolution agenda.

President Yoweri Museveni, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has approved significant appointments and promotions within the Uganda Police Force. This decision reflects ongoing changes within the country's law enforcement leadership.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has urged members of the National Youth Service Corps Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit to carry out their statutory duties diligently, objectively and with high ethical standards. According to Leadership, ICPC Chairman Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu delivered the charge during the unit’s inauguration and induction, emphasizing accountability within the corps’ anti-graft activities.