Mandera Boda Boda Riders Trained as Early Warning Champions to Prevent Violent Extremism

By Adan Mohamed - Reporter

November 29 2025 - The training, implemented under the National Strategy for Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (NSPCVE) 2025–2030, led by national counter terrorism centre -NCTC- focuses on enhancing community-based detection and reporting of security threats.

As a key pillar of the NSPCVE, the program aims to build a coordinated and proactive system where communities and local institutions can identify risks early, share information promptly, and intervene before threats escalate. A key highlight of Sensitization was the onboarding of boda boda riders seen as critical actors due to their deep community presence and mobility.

The riders were equipped with reflector jackets branded with the 1531 toll-free hotline and the message “KAA RADA JUU YA UGAIDI”, symbolizing their new role in safeguarding the county.

Speaking during the event, Gatama Nderitu from NCTC noted that the riders will now work closely with the County Security Committee to strengthen surveillance, rapid alerts, and community policing across Mandera.

5 hours ago

Somalia’s Upper House Approves Bill Aimed at Attracting Investments

6 hours ago

South Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis Worsens Amid Rising Airstrikes and Shrinking Aid

Mandera County Police Commander Robinson Ndiwa urged boda boda riders to remain highly vigilant and report any suspicious activities they encounter while on duty. “You are always on the move and in direct contact with the community,” he told the riders. “Be keen on who you are transporting and where. If you see anything unusual, report immediately your alert could save lives.”

Nderitu further instructed the county’s security teams to work closely with the newly trained riders and respond swiftly to any intelligence shared. “Security is a shared responsibility,” he added. “We expect our officers to act quickly on the information you provide. If we cooperate, we will prevent threats before they strike.”

This collaborative initiative underscores Mandera’s commitment to cultivating a community-led early warning ecosystem built on vigilance, trust, and strong partnerships.

Boda boda riders in a new community-led anti-extremism drive. | Credit: Dawan Africa

Recent Posts

Somalia’s Upper House Approves Bill Aimed at Attracting Investments

South Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis Worsens Amid Rising Airstrikes and Shrinking Aid

China Central Bank Crackdown on Virtual Currency, Flags Stablecoins

Categories

Mandera Boda Boda Riders Trained as Early Warning Champions to Prevent Violent Extremism

Related Articles

LVBC Launches New Headquarters to Boost Regional Integration and Blue Economy Initiatives

Sudan’s War on Health: Massacres in Hospitals, Deaths of Volunteers and a Humanitarian Collapse

Somalia Electoral Commission Sets New Date For Banadir Elections