PSC Commissioner Harun Hassan Urges IUK Students to Lead Public Service Reform

IUK, 26^th March 2026: Higher education institutions must shift toward solution-oriented research to effectively transform public service delivery and drive national reform, a top government official said while giving a public lecture at Islamic University of Kenya, Kisaju Campus.

Mr. Harun Maalim Hassan, EBS, a commissioner at the Public Service Commission of Kenya, challenged students and faculty at the Islamic University of Kenya to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application during a public lecture focused on the future of governance.

Speaking at a public lecture on the Role of Higher Education in Public Service Delivery and Reforms.

“Higher education must move beyond theory and actively contribute to solving real-world challenges facing public service,” Hassan said. He noted that the integration of mentorship and continuous professional development is vital to fostering a culture of excellence in the next generation of civil servants.

Hassan outlined a vision for impactful public service built on three pillars:

·         Agile governance to respond to evolving societal needs.

·         High-quality personnel trained in modern administrative practices.

·         Innovative learning approaches that prioritize problem-solving over rote memorization.

The commissioner concluded by urging the academic community to engage in collaborative research and initiatives that directly improve how the government serves its citizens.

He emphasized that the evolution of Kenya’s public sector depends on graduates who are both innovative and purpose-driven.