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President Kenyatta Outlines New Security Plan In Kenya

President Kenyatta Outlines New Security Plan In Kenya

From Capital FM

President Uhuru Kenyatta has outlined his security agenda for the country when he opened a high level seminar on national security in Nairobi.

In a 10-point statement that defines his vision for the country’s security, President Kenyatta laid down the steps towards guarding against security threats, protecting the nation’s sovereignty and driving its development agenda.

He said the government’s job was to build a strong State whose actions will be guided and constrained by the spirit and letter of the country’s democratic Constitution.

President Kenyatta singled out the State’s monopoly of violence, saying the disciplined services must become the only actors with the legitimacy to use force.

“They must be ready, willing and able to secure the persons and property of all citizens. This is a key dimension of national security,” President Kenyatta said.

He cited effective administrative control, saying it will ensure the reach of government authority over the territory of Kenya.

He emphasised the need for prudence in public finances, noting that no State can be sovereign while it relies on external sources to fund its operations.

“Fortunately, Kenya is not in this position, but a large section of the most vocal civil society is hopelessly dependent on foreign funding, particularly from governments with interests that may conflict with our national security,” he said.

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