Trans Nzoia: Union Decries Delays in Implementation of County Employee Promotions

A section of county government employees in Trans Nzoia have accused County Secretary Truphosa Amere of frustrating their career progression by hindering promotions duly processed by the County Public Service Board (CPSB).

Speaking through their union, the Kenya County Government Workers Union (KCGWU), the workers alleged that Mrs. Amere, who heads the public service, has deliberately withheld approval of promotion letters issued by the CPSB — a move they say has demoralized staff and stalled service delivery across departments.

"There are more than 150 employees who had been promoted by the County Public Service Board, but the promotions are yet to materialize since the County Secretary has failed to ratify the progression," said the union's Chairman, Juma Kiboi.

Union officials claim that despite the board fulfilling its mandate by issuing promotion letters to deserving officers, the County Secretary has refused to endorse the appointments, casting doubt on the county administration's commitment to staff welfare and fair labor practices.

“The County Public Service Board gave out promotion letters, but the county government, through the County Secretary, went ahead to quash the appointments,” said Juma Kiboi.

He added, “This is more than a breach of procedure — it’s a clear attempt to undermine the independence and authority of the CPSB.”

Kiboi demanded that the board uphold its constitutional mandate without compromise and take legal action where necessary to enforce its authority.

“The role of the Board is clearly anchored in the County Governments Act and cannot be arbitrarily usurped by any officer,” he added.

According to KCGWU, the health sector is the most affected, with at least 114 health workers said to be impacted by the stalled promotions.

Kiboi warned that the continued impasse is not only an affront to the authority of the Board but also a violation of international labour standards.

The union has also urged Governor George Natembeya to step in and break the stalemate, saying his intervention is crucial to restoring confidence in the county’s human resource management.

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