Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo announced the government's plan to roll out body cameras for police officers soon to enhance accountability in the National Police Service (NPS). The statement came during a press address on March 25, 2026, as part of wider police reforms.
During a press briefing on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo disclosed the government's intention to introduce body cameras for police officers soon. The measure aims to integrate technology into security operations, curbing corruption, boosting transparency, and supplying credible evidence in investigations involving officers and civilians. “The issue that I know has been a subject of conversation is the issue of body cameras for the police. This is progressive and more and more use of technology to help secure the country,” Omollo stated. The announcement arrives amid ongoing concerns over police misconduct and corruption, with the 2025 Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) report naming the National Police Service (NPS) as the most corrupt institution. Similar to body cameras for Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) customs officers, these will document police activities in real time. Additionally, the government seeks to amend laws allowing security agencies access to privately owned CCTV systems, currently restricted. On pay, Omollo confirmed another salary increase for police starting July 1, 2026, the final phase of a structured review. “One of the areas that we have been able to deliver on is the remuneration of our police officers across the three services. We have implemented the second phase, and we are looking to implement the third and final phase at the beginning of the new financial year, which is July 1 2026,” he added. Omollo noted that 55 percent of the 500 targeted police reforms have been achieved, signaling progress in the security sector overhaul.
