Public anger is rising after new details emerged showing that almost half of senior county positions at the Social Health Authority (SHA) have been filled by individuals from just two communities.
The recruitment outcome has sparked heated debate, with many Kenyans questioning whether the process complied with constitutional principles on fairness, inclusivity, and equal opportunity.
Public documents and media reports indicate that close to 50 per cent of top county-level roles went to candidates drawn from only two ethnic groups.
Civil society groups, job seekers, and governance advocates argue that the trend reflects a worrying pattern of exclusion in public service recruitment.
Critics say such hiring outcomes undermine efforts to promote national unity and fair representation in government institutions.
Concerns have also been raised that the recruitment may have violated constitutional provisions that require public offices to reflect Kenya’s ethnic diversity.
Some observers warn that ignoring these principles risks entrenching inequality and deepening public mistrust in state institutions.
As of now, the leadership of the Social Health Authority has not issued an official response to the allegations, further fueling speculation and criticism.
The controversy comes at a time when Kenyans are increasingly demanding transparency and accountability in public sector employment.
Analysts say fair and open recruitment systems, backed by strong oversight, are critical to restoring confidence and ensuring that no group feels sidelined in access to government jobs.
Many citizens insist that equal access to opportunities must remain a core value in public service.
If such skewed hiring patterns persist, experts warn they could damage institutional credibility and reinforce perceptions of bias in how public jobs are allocated.
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