Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA) is set to investigate at least six prominent entertainment venues in Nairobi.
In a notice issued by PSRA Director General Fazul Mahamed, he said the inspection would ensure the premises' security guards are properly licensed.
According to the authority, the clubs inspected at 8 a.m. include Kettle House, Milan, Black Samurai, Oyster Bay, Embassy Bistrol, and Quiver Lounge Kitengela.
“The purpose of this inspection is to ensure that the bouncers employed or otherwise engaged by these establishments have undergone mandatory security training, are duly licensed and possess valid Guard Force Numbers (GFNs) to operate as private security service providers,” stated Mahamed.
“This inspection underscores the Authority’s determination to continuous oversight and enforcement measures,” he added.
PSRA CEO Mahamed announced the implementation of Guard Force Numbers (GFNs) for private security professionals late last year, claiming that the measure was intended to improve control and coordination within the sector.
"This number is a unique identifier designed to facilitate easy recognition of private security officers by members of the public and to assist the government in keeping track of licenced private security officers," Mahamed said.
