This archive report was first published on 3 August 2020.
On August 3, 2020, the National Police Service launched a Digital Occurrence Book, a significant step towards improving the management of reported cases and enhancing data security.
Inspector-General of Police Hilary Mutyambai said the technology will ensure that all entries made are permanent records that cannot be edited, providing a more efficient management of reported cases right from police stations.
Speaking at the launch, Mutyambai noted that the initiative has been one of his flagship projects and will enable officers to manage and address reported issues in real-time.
He added that Kenyans no longer need to visit police stations for booking, as the process can be done in the field and reported at the station for quick action.
According to Mutyambai, 210 desktops have been installed in police stations, and 10,181 iPads have been issued to police officers in Nairobi.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i referred to the old occurrence book as 'the file', noting that citizens will no longer suffer due to missing files.
ICT Cabinet Secretary Joe Mucheru assured citizens of data security in the newly launched digital occurrence book, stating that the infrastructure in place ensures that data and information are secure.
