How community-led approach can address insecurity

Interior PS Raymond Omollo during the launch of public benefit organization (PBO) regulations 2025 in Nairobi on June 5, 2025. (Collins Oduor, Standard)

When choosing where to live, especially in urban areas, security is usually a major consideration. Traditionally, we have entrusted this critical facet of our lives to security agencies. But with security challenges getting more complex and increasing in our cities and towns, a collaborative approach that includes communities and other security stakeholders can lead to more practical and sustainable solutions.

As invaluable as our law enforcement agencies are, it is increasingly apparent that they cannot single-handedly shoulder the burden of securing our neighbourhoods.