Surveillance systems project must make country safer

At the time that security agencies have taken a lot of flak for the apparent lapses that have put many Kenyans in harm's way, it was comforting to see the much-awaited security deal between Safaricom and the Government getting signed on Tuesday.

Owing to inadequate staffing, low morale, scarce and ageing equipment, police officers have been unable to effectively secure most areas within major towns where crime has been on the upsurge lately. With the actualisation of the deal, it is expected the police will have no plausible excuse for failing to preempt crime and act where photographic evidence will be available.