Police chief orders intensified crackdown on gangs ahead of 2027 elections
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Inspector-General Douglas Kanja has ordered police commanders to increase efforts against gangs. This crackdown comes as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election. Kanja instructed the use of intelligence-led operations. He also called for an increase in public-order training for officers.
Inspector-General Douglas Kanja has instructed police commanders to adopt intelligence‑led operations and boost public‑order training as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election.