Terrorism remains one of the key national security threats, and the Government has adopted a multi-agency approach in dealing with persons threatening the peace and security of our nation. In addition, the CS noted that key legislations have since been enacted to deal with the threat of terrorism. “These include the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act, Prevention of Terrorism Act 2012, Security Laws Amendment Act 2014, Computer Misuse, and Cybercrimes Act 2018, amendments to the Anti-Narcotics Act, the Refugee Act, the NGOs Act, the Firearms Act and the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act,” he said. Further, Kindiki also said that local and international collaboration and partnerships have been enhanced to facilitate effective information sharing mechanisms. “Victims and survivors of the attack were collateral damage.”Concluding the matter, Kindiki said that the Ministry of Interior and National Administration supports the pursuit of a speedy resolution to the matter.

Source: Daily Nation October 12, 2023 11:59 UTC