Abstract
This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of counter-terrorism measures in Kenya. The study adopted experimental, correlational, meta-analytic, review and semi-experimental research design. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 192 participants from Kenya Defense Forces (KDF), National Counter- Terrorism Center (NCTC), Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI), (NSIS), (ATPU), Ministry of Interior and Internal Coordination and Ministry of Defense (MoD). Questionnaires were used together with interview guides and group chats for collection of primary data. Quantitative were used to gather primary data. A desktop technique was used in collection of secondary data. Findings revealed international responses to terrorism in Kenya and successful strategies adopted by Kenya and other Horn of Africa nations. The study highlighted challenges such as insufficient training and funding within security agencies. Recommendations emerged for Kenya and East Africa to implement anti-terrorism measures for reducing attacks, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts with partner nations to effectively combat terrorism.
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