The Nakuru City management has installed a Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) camera system in various streets and public spaces.

The move is aimed at supporting real-time city management and increasing the level of security within the urban area.

It is also in line with their primary objective to continuously monitor and quickly identify potential security threats.

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Nakuru City Manager, Gitau Thambanja, has shared insights into the initiative, revealing that CCTV cameras have been strategically placed at key intersections within the Central Business District (CBD), including Moi Road Junction and Mburu Gichua Roundabout.

Nakuru City Manager, Gitau Thambanja.

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This, he says, not only ensures the safety of Nakuru residents, but also helps identify areas that require immediate attention for the smooth running of the city.

"These advanced cameras operate round the clock, providing 24-hour surveillance that protects both residents and commercial activities, while facilitating efficient traffic management," he notes.

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According to Mr Thambanja, the cameras will provide a comprehensive view of the city's commercial areas, capturing day-to-day activities.

This footage will play a key role in formulating short and long term strategies to improve the overall wellbeing of the city.

They hope is to reduce the city's crime rate. In addition to those already installed, the City management is also planning to expand this CCTV network to ensure wider coverage of the city in the near future.

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Targeted areas include residential neighbourhoods and integration with the City Observatory, which will strengthen links with security agencies and further enhance the safety of the city's residents and visitors.

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