The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is set to launch a five-day intensive training program aimed at combating terrorism financing and money laundering. The initiative, which runs from April 22 to April 26, reflects the country’s growing commitment to addressing the financial underpinnings of terrorism and organized crime.
Organised in collaboration with the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC), the program is themed “Initiative for Countering Terrorism Financing and Money Laundering.” It will bring together experts, security personnel, and legal professionals to enhance institutional and individual capacities in detecting, preventing, and disrupting financial crimes linked to terrorism.
The event will be officially presided over by the Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Soipan Tuya. It underscores Kenya’s strategic focus on not just physical counter-terrorism measures, but also the critical financial dimensions that enable terrorist operations to thrive.
According to KDF, the training sessions will include legal and policy-oriented discussions, modern technology demonstrations, and knowledge-sharing forums aimed at equipping participants with tools to identify and stop illicit financial flows. The program also places emphasis on international cooperation and the need for a unified global front in tackling terrorism funding networks.
“This initiative is part of our broader commitment to enhancing national security by targeting the financial lifelines of terrorist organisations,” KDF stated. “Through this training, we aim to build institutional resilience, promote public awareness, and foster cooperation with international partners.”
The training will feature expert-led sessions focusing on intelligence gathering, financial surveillance, forensic accounting, and cyber-finance monitoring areas that are increasingly relevant in today’s digitally connected world. Participants will also explore case studies and best practices from other countries that have successfully curtailed terrorism financing.
As Kenya continues to face regional and global security threats, this training marks a timely and critical step in bolstering the country’s defence mechanisms. It also reflects the growing recognition that financial intelligence and legal preparedness are as vital as tactical operations in the fight against terrorism.
