Inspector General Douglas Kanja has issued a stern warning concerning road safety during the festive season, with police intensifying patrols across Kenyan roads. His remarks come amidst the launch of a rigorous nine-month training program for 5,023 police recruits at the National Police College Main Campus in Kiganjo, Nyeri County.

• Inspector General Kanja warned that drivers, especially those operating public service vehicles, flouting traffic regulations will face the full force of the law.
• An additional deployment of police officers will enhance road safety and curb carnage during the holiday period.
• The 5,023 recruits, who reported last month, are expected to graduate in August next year after training in areas including firearms proficiency, tactical knowledge, and community policing.

The Kenyan government has activated the National Multi-Agency Command Centre (NMACC) to enhance security nationwide during the festive season, aiming to safeguard lives and property. This initiative places top security and enforcement agencies under a single command to improve surveillance, intelligence sharing, and rapid response.

• Over 2,000 officers have been deployed to bolster security at high-traffic locations, including airports, border points, shopping malls, and tourist attractions.
• The Ministry of Interior and National Administration (MINA) issued the announcement on Wednesday, December 17th, emphasizing that while the overall security situation is stable, the festive period often sees spikes in crime and traffic violations.
• The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), in conjunction with the Traffic Police, has launched a nationwide operation to ease congestion and reduce accidents, including the deployment of mobile courts and monitoring by Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) officers to deter corruption.