Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has unveiled a new four-pillar plan to tackle illegal migration and enhance border security in Kenya, weeks after a new police unit was formed to deal with terror suspects. The strategy introduces advanced technology, including drone monitoring and quick response units, aiming for real-time intelligence gathering and improved security infrastructure.

• Omollo's plan involves deploying a new generation of security technology, including biometric systems, drone monitoring, and AI-powered analytics to detect illicit movements.
• A key aspect is empowering border communities as strategic partners, addressing a long-standing issue of perceived government neglect in these areas.
• The plan is urgent due to significant irregular migration, with an IOM report indicating that between January and October 2024, approximately 11,000 migrants departed Ethiopia via the Southern Route annually, passing through Kenya.