The Kenyan government is launching a new security initiative to collaborate with private security firms to enhance safety in urban areas, starting with Nairobi, Nakuru, and Mombasa.

• Over 2.1 million private security officers will assist the police in maintaining safety under the initiative 'Building Safer Communities, Strengthening Security.'
• Raymond Omollo, the Interior Principal Secretary, highlighted the need for collaborative security efforts due to the shortage of 100,000 police officers.
• The program aims to engage local communities through the mobilisation of Resident Associations and digital platforms like the Hatua App for reporting incidents and sharing intelligence.