In a decisive move to enhance national security, the Cabinet has approved the establishment of the National Integrated Security Command and Control System (NISCCS), aimed at modernizing Kenya’s public safety infrastructure.
The new system will replace the current, outdated security platform with a technology-driven architecture that integrates various security agencies, enabling real-time intelligence sharing and rapid coordinated responses.
According to government sources, the initial rollout of the system will focus on major urban centres and transport corridors, including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, as well as key border counties, ensuring strategic coverage of areas most vulnerable to security threats.
The Cabinet emphasized that the integrated system will significantly improve the country’s ability to respond to emergencies, track criminal activity, and coordinate operations among security agencies more effectively.
“The establishment of this system marks a critical step toward strengthening national security through technology and inter-agency collaboration,” said the Cabinet.
The approval reflects the government’s commitment to modernizing security operations, addressing gaps in the current infrastructure, and enhancing public confidence in law enforcement and emergency response services.
The implementation of NISCCS is expected to be phased, with authorities prioritizing areas with high population density and strategic economic importance before expanding nationwide.
This initiative aligns with Kenya’s broader efforts to leverage technology for public safety and governance, ensuring that security agencies are better equipped to respond to evolving threats in real time.
At its core, NISCCS is expected to incorporate real‑time data feeds from surveillance networks, communication systems, and incident reporting platforms.
Such capabilities allow command authorities to monitor evolving security events, assess risks promptly, and manage field operations more effectively.
Similar global models exist where integrated command and control systems centralize disparate data and communication streams to support national or urban security operations.
These systems commonly leverage real‑time monitoring tools (CCTV surveillance, GIS data, alarm interfaces) to improve crime prevention and emergency response.
