This archive report was first published on 12 September 2019.
Published on September 12, 2019, a new set of regulations threatens the livelihoods of over 500,000 security guards in Kenya.
The proposed regulations aim to overhaul the security industry, but critics argue that they will lead to widespread job losses.
According to reports, the new regulations will require security guards to undergo rigorous training and certification, a move that many see as an attempt to drive small-scale security firms out of business.
As a result, thousands of security guards risk losing their jobs, with many fearing that they will be unable to meet the new standards.
Industry insiders warn that the regulations will have a devastating impact on the security sector, leading to a shortage of skilled guards and increased costs for consumers.
