Law enforcement officers in Lamu county have received landmine and Improvised Explosive Devices awareness training to enable them to enhance their security. In collaboration with the county at the Kenya Coast Guard Training School in Mokowe, Lamu West, the training will address risks and challenging situations. Lamu has over the years seen increased mine attacks by al Shabaab militants who target security and civilian vehicles by planting IEDs that have left scores dead. Lamu County Disaster Management director Shee Kupi said many mine incidents recorded have inflicted death, fear, terror and mental anguish on the residents living in the area. 'This training will enable this group of officers to acquire the skills necessary and play their role in neutralising the threat of mines here."

Source: The Star May 20, 2022 23:29 UTC