Kenya, US to establish anti-terror task force in NairobiFBI and State Department officials and Kenyan police and intelligence officers at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, where the Kenyans will undergo training in preparation for the newly-announced Kenyan Joint Terrorism Task Force. [Courtesy of FBI]Kenya has received a shot in the arm in the fight against terrorism after the US government announced plans to establish a counter-terror task force in Nairobi. “The first Kenyan JTTF will allow for a sharing of experience, knowledge, and capabilities that will enhance our shared commitment to countering terrorism around the world,” he said. After completing the course, the officers will return to Kenya where they will start their work assisted by an FBI special agent. Directorate of Criminal Investigations boss George Kinoti expressed his gratitude for the US-Kenya partnership that would enhance Kenyan officers’ aptitudes in fighting terrorism.

Source: Standard Digital February 11, 2020 14:04 UTC