This archive report was first published on 3 August 2019.
As of August 3, 2019, the Kenyan government has introduced a new National CCTV Policy that mandates the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras in all public and private institutions. The policy aims to standardize the installation, operation, and management of digital security systems nationwide.
The Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government will establish a national CCTV coordination centre to register all installations in Kenya. According to the policy, those who install CCTV systems must ensure their systems are compatible with the government's own digital security network.
Owners of CCTV systems will be required to report incidents and footage captured on their systems to the police and facilitate the same upon request. The use of CCTV systems has traditionally presented a policy challenge to law enforcement agencies in Kenya, particularly when footage is presented as evidence in court.
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