According to a report published by Taifa Leo, the oversight body is proposing the use of drones, body-worn cameras, CCTV systems, and other digital recording tools to monitor police conduct during protests and public operations.
The move is seen as part of broader efforts to curb repeated allegations of excessive force, misconduct, and delayed emergency responses by security officers.
A senior IPOA official, Director of Inspection, Monitoring and Preventive Services Munene Mugambi, confirmed that the authority is actively exploring technological solutions to enhance transparency during law enforcement operations.
A senior IPOA official, Director of Inspection, Monitoring and Preventive Services Munene Mugambi, confirmed that the authority is actively exploring technological solutions to enhance transparency during law enforcement operations.
He noted that the initiative is not only meant to expose wrongdoing but also to recognize officers who carry out their duties professionally and within the law.
“We want to use technology to monitor the conduct of police officers. This is not only about identifying wrongdoing, but also recognizing those who carry out their duties professionally,” Mugambi stated.
“We want to use technology to monitor the conduct of police officers. This is not only about identifying wrongdoing, but also recognizing those who carry out their duties professionally,” Mugambi stated.
The proposal also includes the use of body cameras and expanded CCTV coverage in strategic urban areas, especially those prone to protests and political gatherings.
IPOA officials argue that digital evidence will reduce manipulation of records and strengthen investigations into incidents involving police officers and civilians.
Lawmakers who attended a recent security meeting in Mombasa have reportedly expressed support for the initiative, saying it could play a key role in improving accountability ahead of the high-stakes 2027 elections.
Lawmakers who attended a recent security meeting in Mombasa have reportedly expressed support for the initiative, saying it could play a key role in improving accountability ahead of the high-stakes 2027 elections.
However, they also called for a clear implementation framework to ensure the system is not abused or mismanaged.
National Assembly Security Committee Chairperson Gabriel Tongoyo emphasized the need for a balanced approach, noting that while accountability is important, police officers must not be placed in situations where they hesitate to act during emergencies.
Other legislators warned that excessive surveillance could potentially affect morale within the police service, arguing that officers still need operational freedom to respond effectively to security threats.
As the debate continues, IPOA maintains that the reforms are necessary to rebuild public trust in law enforcement and ensure that future protests are managed within the bounds of constitutional rights and professional policing standards.
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National Assembly Security Committee Chairperson Gabriel Tongoyo emphasized the need for a balanced approach, noting that while accountability is important, police officers must not be placed in situations where they hesitate to act during emergencies.
Other legislators warned that excessive surveillance could potentially affect morale within the police service, arguing that officers still need operational freedom to respond effectively to security threats.
As the debate continues, IPOA maintains that the reforms are necessary to rebuild public trust in law enforcement and ensure that future protests are managed within the bounds of constitutional rights and professional policing standards.
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