ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Prevention of Terrorism Act
40C. Responsibility of the public and government bodies
Edition: 2025-06-20 · In force
40C. Responsibility of the public and government bodies
(1)All persons intending to engage in activities to prevent and counter violent extremism and radicalisation through counter messaging or public outreach, and disengagement and reintegration of radicalized individuals shall seek the written approval of the Centre prior to engaging in the activities.(1A)In granting approval under sub-section (1), the Centre shall take into consideration all relevant information, including information from security agencies.(1B)Persons approved by the Centre under subsection (1) shall send periodic reports to the Centre on the activities conducted and such other information as the Centre may prescribe.(1C)The Centre shall formulate guidelines on the criteria for approval under subsection (1).(2)The Centre may request any person or government body for any information relating to terrorism.(3)Members of the public have a responsibility to furnish the Centre with any information relating to terrorism which is within their knowledge.