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Recent displays of political intolerance threaten the cohesion that holds our nation together. Leaders and citizens alike must model respect and restraint; public debate should be issue‑based towards development and not personal attacks that can cause chaos and conflicts. Together we can defend our unity, intolerance has no place in our public life. #PeaceAndCohesion #RespectfulPolitics

Prepared and informed frontline officers are key to preventing violent extremism. Supported by @EUinKenya and as part of ongoing efforts under the Kenya–EU partnership, NCTC facilitated another sensitization session for a new cohort of over 700 Kenya Police Service trainees at Kiganjo Police Training College in Nyeri County on the implementation of the NSPCVE. The session focused on raising awareness on radicalization pathways, strengthening prevention and response efforts, and equipping officers with practical skills to address extremist threats while upholding human rights and community trust. Through such partnerships, NCTC continues advancing NSPCVE implementation and strengthening frontline capacity to build safer and more resilient communities. #NSPCVE #SecureKe @theGCERF

Strengthening frontline capacity is key to preventing violent extremism. On 25th of April, @NCTC_Kenya engaged over 700 Kenya Police Service trainees at Kiganjo Police Training College in @County19Nyeri through a sensitization session under the #Kenya–#EU partnership on implementing the National Strategy to Prevent and Counter Violent Extremism . The session focused on building awareness of pathways to radicalization and equipping officers with practical skills to identify, prevent, and respond to extremist influences while upholding human rights and community trust. Grounded in the core pillars of #NSPCVE: awareness, empowerment, early warning and response, policy and practice, and inclusivity: the engagement reinforced the critical role of frontline officers in safeguarding communities. With support from @EUinKenya, #NCTC continues to strengthen resilience and promote a proactive, informed approach to countering violent extremism. #NSPCVE #SecureKe #TuweTayariKuilinda @NPSOfficial_KE @NSCpeace @IG_NPS @PPReforms_Ke @PrisonsKe @DCI_Kenya @Koplo__ @PoliceKE @KEPSA_KENYA @CSMechanism @CTP_Kenya

Happy Labour Day. #LabourDay2026

PRESS STATEMENT : REINFORCING NATIONAL UNITY AND CALM AS SECURITY OPERATIONS CONTINUE IN TSEIKURU AND UKASI

Greatness recognizes greatness 🇰🇪✨ Janeth Jepkosgei watching Sebastian Sawe conquer the London Marathon 2026 #SebastianSawe #LondonMarathon

Proud of our partnership! @SFCG_Kenya @SingoeiAKorir @NCIC_Kenya

The NCIC convened a consultative meeting with the Christ Church Call Foundation and @SFCG_Kenya under the Catalyst Project to address emerging digital risks shaping social cohesion.

Mwananke Imara Program #MwanamkeImara #WomenInLeadership #peerlearning #empowerment #ActionLife #LeadershipJourney #canadainkenya #canada #GovernmentofCanada #CanadaAbroad #canadaafrica This program is implemented by @SFCG_Kenya in partnership with @actionlife_Ke, with support from @CanHCKenya @YOWPSUD_ @NCTC_Kenya

The wait is over—it's time to lead! 🇰🇪 ​The National Youth Council 2026 Election dates are officially out. From the Ward level to the National Congress, this is your moment to step up and represent.

𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲–𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞: 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧, 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭. Today’s Community–Security Dialogue under the Mwanamke Imara initiative brought together women champions, security actors, and justice institutions in a conversation that was as honest as it was necessary. What began as a structured session quickly evolved into a deep reflection on the realities shaping security, justice, and prevention in Tana River. The dialogue, anchored on the understanding that preventing violent extremism requires more than enforcement, created space for women and institutions to confront the everyday issues that often go unspoken Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Technology-Facilitated GBV (TFGBV), mistrust, delayed justice, and the growing disconnect between communities and formal systems. From the outset, it was clear that this was not going to be a routine engagement. The conversation opened with a simple but powerful question: what does security really mean from a woman’s perspective? For many of the women present, security was not defined by the absence of attacks, but by the presence of dignity, safety at home, and the ability to seek justice without fear. As the session progressed, Hon. Too, Magistrate from Tana River, grounded the discussion in reality. He acknowledged that while the legal framework exists, the experience of justice on the ground often tells a different story. He noted that the gap between law and lived experience is where mistrust begins—and where prevention efforts are weakened. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) added another layer, highlighting the challenges of prosecution in contexts where cases are underreported, withdrawn, or unsupported by evidence. Yet, the women in the room did not hold back. They spoke openly about fatigue about reporting cases that go nowhere, about silence that grows after repeated disappointment, and about fear that discourages others from stepping forward. The National Police Service (NPS) officers present responded with equal honesty. They acknowledged that the first point of contact matters deeply, and that how a survivor is received can either build or break trust. One officer noted that when women are dismissed, delayed, or judged, they do not return and neither does the community’s confidence. What made today’s dialogue particularly powerful was how the conversation moved beyond individual cases to uncover deeper patterns. Women began to draw connections between GBV, household tension, youth frustration, and broader insecurity. One participant captured it clearly: when violence happens in silence and justice is delayed, anger and resentment begin to grow quietly. If these grievances are not addressed, they do not disappear they shift, they deepen, and in some cases, they are exploited. This is where the dialogue firmly positioned GBV and TFGBV within the P/CVE space. The discussion on digital harm revealed a growing concern: women and girls are increasingly being targeted through online spaces, where dignity is stripped away in seconds and justice struggles to keep pace. Participants noted that digital violence not only harms individuals but also erodes identity, confidence, and trust key factors that influence vulnerability. The session also created space for difficult questions, questions that are rarely asked directly. Why do communities fear reporting? Why does justice sometimes feel distant? What must institutions change for trust to be restored? These were not easy questions, but they were necessary ones. And for perhaps the first time in such a setting, they were met with openness rather than defensiveness. As the dialogue unfolded, a shared understanding began to take shape: prevention is not the responsibility of one actor. It is collective. Communities, security agencies, and justice institutions are all part of the same system, and the effectiveness of that system depends on trust, responsiveness, and accountability. Women champions played a central role in shaping this understanding. They did not only speak from experience they spoke with clarity, courage, and a deep sense of responsibility. They positioned themselves not as victims of insecurity, but as active contributors to prevention. Through their voices, it became evident that women are often the first to notice early warning signs, the first to respond within families and communities, and the first to feel the impact when systems fail. Today’s dialogue reaffirmed one critical truth: violent extremism does not begin in isolation. It takes root in environments where grievances remain unaddressed, where justice feels out of reach, and where trust between communities and institutions continues to weaken. By bringing women, security actors, and justice institutions into one shared space, Mwanamke Imara is not only creating dialogue it is rebuilding connection. It is strengthening the role of women as frontline actors in prevention, while also encouraging institutions to listen, reflect, and respond more effectively. As the session came to a close, there was a quiet but powerful shift in the room. Not everything had been resolved, but something important had begun. There was a renewed sense that prevention is possible not through isolated efforts, but through honest engagement, shared responsibility, and the recognition that women are not on the sidelines of security they are at its center. This program is implemented by @SFCG_Kenya f in partnership with @actionlife_Ke, with support from @CanHCKenya #MwanamkeImara #PCVE #womeninpeacebuilding #CommunitySafety #preventingextremism #canadainkenya #canada #GovernmentofCanada #CanadaAbroad #canadaafrica @CanadaDev @CanHCKenya @NCTC_Kenya @Kenyajudiciary @ODPP_KE @AUC_PAPS @PeaceCorps @IPSS_Addis @UN_OCT @NPSOfficial_KE @NPSC_KE @IGADsecretariat @EUinKenya @SwedeninKE @NLinKenya @NorwayInKenya @UNODC @NCIC_Kenya @AU_WGYD @UN_Women @UNFPAKen @unfoundation @UN_OCT @YOWPSUD_ @CTP_Kenya

NPS PARTICIPATES IN EXTERNAL VALIDATION FOR POLICARE TRAINING CURRICULUM WORKSHOP The National Police Service (NPS) yesterday, 15th April 2026, participated in an external validation workshop for the POLICARE Service Provider Training Curriculum and Occupational Standards. Held at the Argyle Grand Hotel, the workshop brought together a diverse group of public and private sector experts to refine the curriculum before its formal accreditation by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Authority. The curriculum will address key competency areas essential for an effective response to SGBV. These include survivor-centred communication, forensic evidence management, technology-facilitated gender-based violence, medico-legal documentation, child protection, case management, confidentiality, professional ethics, and inter-agency collaboration. The Inspector General (IG) of the National Police Service, Mr. Douglas Kanja, was represented at the workshop by the NPS Director of Personnel, Dr. Wanderi Mwangi, SAIG. In his remarks delivered by Dr. Wanderi, IG Kanja expressed appreciation to all stakeholders who have contributed to the validation process, noting that the development of the curriculum is a testament to the strength of partnerships. He noted that the curriculum adopts a competency-based approach, which aligns with the Government of Kenya’s broader education and training reforms that emphasise the development of practical skills, values, and measurable competencies. Additionally, he acknowledged that the shift to competency-based training is critical in ensuring standardisation, accountability, and continuous professional development. Most importantly, it strengthens our collective ability to provide timely, coordinated, and dignified support to survivors. He reaffirmed the NPS's commitment to strengthening the POLICARE model and enhancing multi-sectoral collaboration, recognising that meaningful impact can only be achieved through partnership, shared standards, and continuous improvement. Present during the exercise were the KPS Director of Gender and Children's Affairs, Ms. Dolly Oduor, AIG; NPS Deputy Director of Training and Research, Dr. Gideon Kirui, CP; National Police Leadership Academy (NPLA) Trainer, Ms. Sicily Gatiti, CP; and POLICARE’s Ms. Zipporah Nderitu, SSP. Partners present included Country Director for Search for Common Ground, Ms. Judy Kimamo; NPSC Acting Director of Appeals, Policy & Legal Affairs, Ms. Eunice Nyonga; IPOA Commissioner Dr. Annette Mbogoh; Global Head of Regional and Multi-Country Programmes, Save the Children International, Mr. Anthony Njoroge; Head of Partnerships, Centre for Rights Education and Awareness, Ms. Angelina Sikandal; Staff Sergeant BATUK, Ms. Amy Thompson; alongside other officials.

Kindness knows no bounds

Ongoing Digital Stewards Training in Nairobi conducted by @SFCG_Kenya with NCIC & other partners, where youth are being empowered to embrace responsible, ethical, & mindful use of technology while countering misinformation & promoting positive online engagement. #AmaniKwaGround

"Young people are at the heart of a peaceful digital future. As digital stewards, you are ambassadors of peace, use your voice responsibly.” #NCIC CEO Dr. @DanielGiti, during the Digital Stewards Training in Nairobi. #AmaniKwaGround #DigitalTrust #AIforGood #Kenya

#WCW Meet Sicily M Gatiti a Commissioner of Police and the immediate former Dean of studies at the National Police Leadership Academy in Ngong. She holds two master's degrees, one in Leadership and Security Management from Kenyatta University and another in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi. In March,2026 she was recognized by the Security Industry Association (SIA) women in Security power forum for her outstanding contribution in the security industry. #Kenyapolice #Utumishikwawote

Panel 2:Youth Agency and a Renewed Social Contract Powerful voices. Bold ideas. A generation rewriting the social contract. From @_AfricanUnion to @IGAD_SEC, from peacebuilding to diplomacy, youth aren't waiting for a seat at the table. They're building their own. #GDCForum2026

YOWPSUD at the 2026 Global Terrorism Index Launch, amplifying grassroots voices in global PCVE conversations. Our presence reflects a strategic commitment to ensure that community-driven solutions from Kenya inform global policy and action. Through initiatives like #MwanamkeImara, we continue to strengthen Early Warning and Early Response systems, empower women as peace actors, and drive locally grounded approaches to preventing violent extremism. #YOWPSUD #PCVE #GlobalTerrorismIndex @NCTC_Kenya #PeaceAndSecurity #EWER @21way1 @SFCG_Kenya @CanHCKenya @CanadaDev @hivos @tendasasa @theGCERF @GCERF_ED @Hedayah_CVE

3 DAYS TO GO! 🔥 Meet the voices shaping the GDC Africa Regional Forum 2026—youth organizers, digital defenders, governance champions, and more. Hosted by @GlobalDemCoal Co-hosted by @NuruTrust & @YouthForSDGsKe Supported by @KetteringFdn

PANEL TWO ANNOUNCED! 🚨 Meet the voices shaping Youth Agency and a Renewed Social Contract at the GDC Africa Regional Forum 2026! Hosted by @GlobalDemCoal Co-hosted by @NuruTrust & @YouthForSDGsKe Supported by @KetteringFdn 🔗 Register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… #GDCForum2026