A PRESENTATION BY DOMINIC KISAVIPOLICE HEADQUARTERS

OPERATIONS

Security is the cornerstone of any Country world over;

Key to all forms of development; Law enforcement agencies have the

responsibility reduce crime to manageable levels; Citizens and residents have a duty with security

agencies to combat crime-criminals live amongst us;

Crime undermines both macro and micro economic growth and development of a country as well as society and individual well-being.

Security situation in the last one year has been characterized by terrorist attacks by the Al-Shabaab group who have executed several attacks on Kenyan soil especially after KDF entered Somalia in pursuit of the terrorists.

Surveillance and intensive police patrols led to arrest and prosecution of several suspected members of the groups and subsequent seizure of various explosive materials.

Terrorists attacks Cattle rustling/stock theft Motor vehicle theft/Carjackings/robbery Illicit drugs trafficking Cyber crimes/Financial crimes HumanTrafficking Crimes against wildlife/poaching Enviromental crimes

A)Al-shaabab related attacks Grenade attacksKidnappingsIED attacks

Attacks/explosions were recorded in Nairobi,Garrisa,Ifo,Mombasa and mandera

During this attacks several lives were lost and several persons injured.

As well foreign and local aid workers were kidnapped and rescued inside somalia by KDF

Some of the attacks targeted bus termini,churches,entertament spots and shopping malls(Assanands).

Several suspects were arrested, charged in court and several grenades and IEDs recovered.

Police are still pursuing other suspects in connection with these attacks

Vast and porous border with somalia compounded by a rough terrain.

Poor road network/infrastructre along the Kenya-Somalia border line

Proliferation of small arms/ammunition from unstable neighbouring states.

Mass influx of prohibited immigrants/aliens. Money laundering. Smuggling/dumping of unacustomed goods

across he porous border.

Common cultural/religious belief/activities between Kenyan somalis and those from somalia complicate efforts by police to weed out terrorist groups in the country

Infiltration into the country by al-shabaab/al-qaeda operatives.

Existence of refugee camps in the country hosting somali natonal (Ifo and Dadaab)

Local sympathizers and financiers. Recruitment of local unemployed

youth/children into terrorist groups.

Disruption of economic activities along the border line and it’s environs.

Disruption of community programmes, notably programmes dealing with reproductive health, sanitations, food security and education.

Disproportional deployment of security officers due to increased state of insecurity in some regions

Disruption of humanitarian aid due to increased threats by terrorist groups.

Checks points along roads leading to Garissa and other major urban centers in North Eastern region.

Motorized/foot patrols have been enhanced in polarised areas

Several arrest of aliens/prohibited immigrants have taken place and suspects arraigned before court (suspects include two iranians arrested in possesion of IED materials).

Aid workers/volunteers have been advised

and made to adhere to sctrict security procedures. Constant survillence along the border line and

suspected terrorist hideouts. Agencies operating in this region have been

advised to review their security on daily basis to minimise risks.

Night travel has been discouraged and agencies are normally advised on which routes to avoid and encouraged to move in convoys while keeping radio contact with the head and field offices.

Agencies have also been advised to employ locals in more sensitive/insecure areas.

Enhanced security deployment along the porous border line to forestall attacks.

Enhanced security deployment to all vulnerable /vital installations and VIPs.

Security Agencies have stepped up efforts to identify and smoke out any ‘sleeper cells’ fronting and/or supporting al-shabaab activities in Kenya.

Enhanced collection of intelligence and prompt action against sympathizers to avert possible attacks.

Appropriate scheme to curb entry by fleeing al-shabaab militia into the country.

Increased and strict screening and controlled entry of Somali Natonals seeking refuge in the country.

Arrest and prosecution of illegal immigrants . Surveillance, detection and preventive measures

of proliferation of arms and ammunition into the country.

All chartered cargo aircrafts from Somalia to Kenya are made to land at Wajir airport for security inspection before flying to Nairobi.

Cargo aircrafts are not allowed to fly in with passengers.

As a preventive measure the public and other security agents have been advised to promptly report any suspicious activities and characters to police.

Several militia incursions mainly by the Merille, Dongiro and Dassanach from Ethiopia and Toposa from S.Sudan have been witnessed.

These attacks have targeted the Turkana tribesmen in Todenyang while grazing their livestock or in lake Turkana while fishing.

During these attacks, several civilians and security personnel have been killed and /or injured (on 16 April, 2012 the militia attacked an RDU can at Todenyang and killed several police officers)

Creation of a buffer zone Enhanced deployment of police and Military

personnel to seal the border Enlistment and deployment of more KPRs in

the affected areas Joint Border security meetings to discuss

and deter future attacks

Tribal and inter – clan clashes have been witnessed in various areas in the Country

Clashes are caused by struggle for scarce natural resources like water, pasture and others due to cultural practices like stock theft (Turkana, Maasai, Samburu)

Other causes include border disputes and politcal supremacy especially during periods preceeding electioneering period

Notable incidents of tribal/clan animosity include:

Pokomo/Orma clashes in Tana RiverGarreh/Degodia clashes in ManderaKuria/Kisii in TransmaraGabra, Borana and Rendille herdsmen in

Marsabit and MoyaleTurkana and Somalis in IsioloDassanach and Gabra in North HorrTurkana and Pokot in Kainuk, Loruk and

Lorogon areas

Such clashes and attacks have resulted in loss of lives, property and displacement of people in the affected areas

Poverty index increases with such clashes Education processes for the school going

children disrupted

More police stations have been established More police officers have been deployed in

these areas Patrols have been enhanced Peace committees have been set up to

harmonize relations between the warring tribes and clans

a). Economic Factors:Economic recession leading to increased

unemployment and redundancyUrban population explosion due to rural-

urban migrationUnequal distribution in wealthRapid population growth composed mainly

of the youth

Breakdown of traditional norms, values and social order in the African traditional societies

Conflict due to legal and cultural definition of offences and certain traditional practices, eg. Cattle rustling, drugs abuse.

Lack of social/recreational services/facilities eg. Sports and other forms of entertainment to keep youth busy and steer them away from crime

Political influence leading to creation of political youth wings and vigilante groups like Taliban, Bagdad Boys, Kamjesh, Jesh La Mzee, Mungiki, MRC, Sungusungu, Chinkororo, King’ole, etc

Historical political events in the last decade- demonstrations, riots, Ethnic violence, students’ unrest, PEV, etc,

Election campaigns leading to incitement

Human migration i.e. influx of refugees from unstable neighbouring states

Porous borders/coastal line which at times is difficulty to police leading to proliferation of illicit arms/ammo from unstable States

e). Institutional/Legal Factors Ineffective criminal justice (Police, Judiciary

and prisons)Lack of victim support by Government

officers, Civil Society and public at large

E-commerce Increased use of credit/Visa cardsCyber crime – which provides an avenue for

better benefits with less risks to the perpetrators

a). Infrastructure: Its important as it spurs economic

developmentPoor infrastructure leads to under-

development in inaccessable regions like NE Region, North Rift

b). Corruption: Its an epidemic which hails our Country It’s a major challenge to Law Enforcers Involvement and arrest of police officers is an

indicator of the extent of the vice in the Gov.

The border line between Kenya and Somalia with vast area and rough terrain presents a big challenge to Security officers

Due to its vastness, there area several incidents of incursions and smuggling of small arms/ammo and contraband

Lack of proper and effective land policies is a catalyst for land clashes

Scarcity of natural resources like water and pasture is another cause of conflict

Political incitement and boundary disputes are causes which at times go beyond police intervention

Vision 2030 envisages a society free from danger (i.e. protection from direct or physical violence) and fear ( sense of safety and overall well-being;

Vision 2030 also recognizes safety and security as a key determinant in direction and pattern human settlement and investment decisions;

To achieve the above goals the Police Service will pursue the following:

Improve Police/Population ratio to the UN Standards of 1:400

Application of modern crime investigative techniques e.g. Forensic investigative techniques

Provide effective ICT insfrastructure in priority areas

Provide a framework for coordination among security stakeholders/agencies

Improve surveillance and crime detection methods

Increase capacity building through training and provision of appropriate equipment and tools

Improve terms and conditions of service through improved remuneration, better living and working conditions

Review of existing laws and enactment of new laws to criminalize emerging crimes phenomena

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