Kenya is set to enhance its security systems through the use of Chinese technology.
This was revealed by Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen following a meeting with a Chinese delegation at Harambee House on Sunday, April 27, 2025.
Murkomen shared that the delegation, led by Liu Guozhou, the Vice Governor of Guangdong Province and Director General of Public Security, engaged in discussions aimed at leveraging Chinese technology and expertise to bolster Kenya’s security infrastructure.
The meeting was attended by Internal Security and National Administration Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, and Deputy Inspector General of the National Police Service Eliud Lagat.
In a separate statement, Omollo emphasized that the visit was a significant opportunity to deepen Kenya-China relations, with a strong focus on enhancing cooperation in public security, innovation, and governance.
He highlighted that the discussions also centered on strengthening security ties through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), and on key areas such as smart urban security, cybersecurity, border management, and counterterrorism.
“Guangdong’s expertise in surveillance and ICT will greatly support the modernization of our security systems. This meeting reaffirmed our commitment to a resilient, tech-driven partnership,” said Omollo.
Liu’s delegation also included senior officials from the General Office, as well as the Political and International Cooperation Divisions.
This development follows recent talks between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kenyan President William Ruto on April 24, 2025, during Xi’s state visit to China.
The two leaders met at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where they agreed to forge a China-Kenya community with a shared future for the new era.
Xi Jinping noted that the two nations have enjoyed mutual respect and support for over six decades, since the establishment of diplomatic ties.
He emphasized that both countries continue to advance their comprehensive strategic cooperation, drawing from the spirit of China-Africa friendship and cooperation, as well as the Silk Road.
China, Xi remarked, is eager to work alongside Kenya to seize the momentum of history and the times, creating a model of China-Africa unity and cooperation that will inspire global progress, particularly within the Global South.
He also encouraged Chinese enterprises to further invest in Kenya’s growing economy.
In turn, President Ruto expressed Kenya’s gratitude for China’s ongoing support, particularly in enhancing infrastructure and responding to natural disasters.
He emphasized that the partnership would focus on critical sectors such as road infrastructure, education, health, agriculture, the blue economy, green energy, and ICT.
Ruto also noted that these initiatives are a testament to China’s unwavering commitment to Kenya’s economic growth, job creation for the youth, and unlocking the nation’s vast untapped resources.
The meeting concluded with the two leaders witnessing the signing of 20 cooperation documents covering various fields, including the BRI, high technology, cultural exchanges, economy and trade, and media.
