This archive report was first published on 15 October 2019.
On the heels of Kenya's remarkable athletic achievements, a sobering reality has emerged in the north, where a recent security breach has left the nation reeling.
On Saturday, 10 General Service Unit officers lost their lives when their vehicle ran over an improvised explosive device (IED) in Garissa County, a cowardly act that has been condemned by President Uhuru Kenyatta.
As the country mourns this tragic loss, it is essential to acknowledge that terrorism continues to pose a significant threat to Kenya's security.
Our enemies are resorting to tactics designed to instill fear in Kenyans, but it would be a grave mistake to give in to despair.
Instead, we must confront this threat head-on, with the security organs working tirelessly to secure the country, particularly its borders.
The long, porous border with Somalia, from where Al-Shabaab terrorists orchestrate attacks, remains a pressing concern.
While the rest of the country has experienced fewer incidents, this region has seen sporadic attacks, underscoring the need for a change in approach.
Intelligence gathering must be stepped up to enable security forces to launch decisive strikes, securing the region and the country as a whole.
It is time to reassess our strategy and enhance our capacity to pre-empt attacks, rather than simply responding to them after the fact.
