NAIROBI, Kenya — The National Police Service (NPS), in partnership with Britam Life Assurance Company (K) Ltd., has commenced a nationwide sensitisation exercise on the Staff Group Life Insurance Scheme targeting police and prison officers.
The programme officially began on Monday with sessions held in Nairobi, Eldoret, Oloitoktok, Nyeri, Malindi, Maua, Kisumu, and Vihiga, marking the rollout of the countrywide awareness campaign.
Three-Year Comprehensive Cover
The three-year insurance cover, offered in collaboration with the Government of Kenya, provides protection to officers serving under the Kenya Police Service (KPS), Administration Police Service (APS), and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), as well as staff of the Kenya Prisons Service.
According to the NPS, the scheme includes:
- Last expense coverage
- Group life assurance
- Critical illness coverage
- Permanent and total disability benefits (illness)
- Protection under the Work Injury Benefits Act (WIBA)
- Group Personal Accident (GPA) cover for injuries or death occurring both in the course of duty and outside official working hours
Officials said the cover is designed to enhance financial security for officers and their families, both during active service and beyond.
Digital Access to Benefits
Officers have been encouraged to register and access their benefits through the My Britam Customer App and Portal to remain updated on their coverage details and claims process.
General queries regarding the scheme are to be channelled through respective Service Human Resource offices or via the designated email address provided by Britam.
Welfare Commitment
In a statement, the National Police Service reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare and social protection of officers and their families.
“Through this comprehensive group life insurance scheme, the Service continues to prioritise the safety, dignity and financial security of its personnel,” the NPS said.
The sensitisation drive forms part of broader reforms within the Service aimed at strengthening institutional support structures and improving the welfare framework for law enforcement personnel across the country.
