𝗗𝗖𝗜 𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥-𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗨 𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥-𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗠 The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), through its Counter Terrorism Bureau (CTB), has launched a national counter-terrorism hotline and online reporting portal, providing the public with secure and anonymous channels to report suspicious activity and information relating to terrorism. The platform was launched today, Friday, 18th September 2026, at the Pullman Hotel, Upperhill, Nairobi, in an event attended by senior government officials, senior representatives from the National Police Service (NPS), international partners, civil society and the private sector. The launch was presided over by the Prime Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, representing the President of the Republic of Kenya. He observed that the hotline positions ordinary citizens as the first line of defence in counter-terrorism reporting, empowering them to act directly from within their own communities. In remarks delivered on his behalf by the Director Personnel, Ms. Rosemary Kuraru, SAIG, the Director of Criminal Investigations, Mr. Mohamed I. Amin, described the launch as a milestone in strengthening Kenya's counter-terrorism architecture and deepening collaboration between security agencies and the public. Beyond the toll-free hotline, 0800 900 900, the platform features an anonymous online reporting portal and a case management system designed to receive, assess and prioritise reports, underpinned by secure infrastructure, enabling the public to report suspected terrorist activities. The Director noted that the initiative reflects an intelligence-led approach, stressing that timely information can help prevent incidents before they occur. "Timely information can make the difference between preventing an incident and responding to one after it has occurred. Even information that may appear insignificant can, when combined with other intelligence, help identify a wider threat," the Director said. The Director of the Counter Terrorism Bureau, Mr. Saidi Kiprotich, AIG, urged the public to exercise responsibility in using the hotline, cautioning against malicious allegations or the targeting of individuals on the basis of identity. He encouraged Kenyans to raise concerns through proper channels rather than confronting suspects directly. The platform was developed with support from the Governments of the United Kingdom and the United States, marking a landmark three-way partnership. It will, however, be fully owned, managed and operated by the CTB as a national security capability, ensuring national ownership and long-term sustainability. The U.S. Embassy's Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, Ms. Carla Benini, said the platform gives every Kenyan a direct channel to help stop an attack, adding that the United States stands firmly with Kenya in empowering communities to fight back. UK Deputy High Commissioner Mr. Ed Barnett said the UK was proud to support this Kenyan-owned capability alongside its American partners, noting that the initiative demonstrates how strong international partnerships can deliver practical and sustainable security solutions. The launch comes against the backdrop of an evolving threat landscape, with terror groups increasingly exploiting technology, social media and transnational networks. The DCI expresses its appreciation to the Government of Kenya for its unwavering support and visionary leadership in advancing the country's counter-terrorism agenda, and extends its sincere gratitude to the Governments of the United Kingdom and the United States for their invaluable partnership in bringing this platform to fruition. Members of the public are urged to make use of the hotline, 0800 900 900, and the online reporting portal to share information that may assist in safeguarding lives and communities.