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June 22, 2026
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MPs welcome petition to track police firearms

MPs welcome petition to track police firearms

MPs have backed a petition calling for a national digital firearm-tracking system for police weapons, arguing that technology could improve accountability, and strengthen national security...

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Members of Parliament have welcomed a petition proposing the establishment of a national digital system to track and monitor police firearms across Kenya.

  • The petition aims to curb the theft, misuse, and unauthorized movement of police weapons, a concern highlighted due to attacks on police stations.
  • The proposal was filed by Emmanuel Kelly Ojoo and supported by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, along with MPs Omboko Milemba and John Kiarie.
  • Key reforms suggested include biometric-controlled smart armouries, real-time encrypted tracking, and automated alert systems, potentially replacing current manual management frameworks.

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