Government unveils six-point security plan ahead of festive season
Central to the strategy is the National Multi-Agency Command Centre (NMACC), which will coordinate intelligence sharing, monitoring, and rapid responses countrywide.
As the country prepares for the holiday season, the government has announced a six-step plan to ensure the safety of citizens and tourists.
The festive period, known for heavy travel and social gatherings, often sees a rise in accidents, thefts, and other security concerns.
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The Ministry of Interior confirmed on Wednesday that, overall, the country remains peaceful. However, the government acknowledged that holiday periods typically experience localised security incidents and traffic challenges, prompting authorities to strengthen preventive measures.
Central to the strategy is the National Multi-Agency Command Centre (NMACC), which will coordinate intelligence sharing, monitoring, and rapid responses countrywide.
The centre brings together personnel from the Kenya Defence Forces, National Police Service, National Intelligence Service, Kenya Prisons Service, Kenya Wildlife Service, Kenya Forestry Service, National Youth Service, and the National Government Administration.
Similar command hubs have been set up at the county and regional levels to boost oversight and operational control of the country.
The second initiative involves deploying additional security officers in key areas to enhance visibility and public safety.
“The teams have been stationed at all entry and exit points, including airports and border crossings, as well as high-traffic locations such as hotels, shopping malls, public beaches, tourist sites, Central Business Districts, critical infrastructure installations, places of worship, and entertainment joints,” the statement said.
Officers on leave have resumed duty, with support from specialised police units and, where needed, air and logistical assistance from the Ministry of Defence.
To tackle road safety, the government has launched a nationwide traffic operation led by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) in partnership with the Traffic Police Department. The campaign targets major highways and urban routes, aiming to reduce congestion and prevent accidents.
It also incorporates mobile courts, anti-corruption officers, and electronic monitoring, particularly on high-risk corridors.
Counter-terrorism remains a top priority. County and regional security committees are intensifying surveillance and preventive measures under the Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism County Action Plans, with special focus on large gatherings and essential infrastructure.
A crackdown on illicit alcohol and drugs is also underway, led by NACADA in coordination with police and government administrative officers. Authorities stress that the operations will continue to limit the production, sale, and consumption of hazardous substances.
Finally, security agencies are stepping up actions against organised criminal gangs and social crimes, including female genital mutilation, defilement, early pregnancies, forced marriages, domestic abuse, and religious extremism.
The government has urged the public to remain alert, support law enforcement, and report suspicious activities through toll-free hotlines, emphasising its commitment to a safe and secure holiday period.
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