Establishing effective governance, oversight, and accountability in the security sector is crucial for the improved delivery of security and justice services. Additionally, public oversight and management bodies as well as non-state security bodies such as civil society organisations, contribute to security, particularly in oversight roles. Acknowledging freedom from fear is essential for the fulfillment of human rights as outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. However, other branches of the security sector still exhibit remnants of a state-centric security approach from the past, largely due to limited or lack of training. Security Sector Reform entails bringing security agencies under civilian control and aligning their operations with international best practices.

Source: Daily Nation July 24, 2023 20:41 UTC