What is the work of IPOA in Kenya?
IPOA oversees the work of the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU) of the police to independently verify that the internal police system deals with complaints against officers fairly and effectively. The Authority can take over investigations if not satisfied with IAU’s intervention.
What is the meaning of IPOA?
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority
INTRODUCING IPOA The Independent Policing Oversight Authority was established through an Act of Parliament published in November 2011 to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya.
Who is the head of IPOA?
Mr Elema Halake
Mr Elema Halake takes Oath of Office as the new Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA).
How do I report a case to Ipoa?
a)Phoning our Complaints Management Team on +254 792 532 626/627; +254 773 999 000; +254 772 333 000; +254 780 490 600/601 to make an oral complaint.
Who investigates police misconduct Kenya?
Internal Affairs Unit
Internal Affairs Unit is a Unit within National Police Service established under section 87 of The National Police Service Act, chapter 84 laws of Kenya with the mandate of receiving and investigating complaints against police.
Where can I report a police officer in Kenya?
Through letters to P.O Box 1880 -00200 Nairobi or bring in person. ARIS is a web based system for receiving complaints against police officers launched on 9th November 2018. It enables a secure and confidential medium of reporting various incidences of police misconduct.
Where do you report police misconduct?
If that is unsuccessful you can phone the provincial complaint lines: In the Eastern Cape you can call 0800 032 364 toll free. In the Free State you can call 0800 535 554 toll free. In Gauteng you can call 0800 203 886 toll free.
Can you sue the government for corruption?
In addition to criminal prosecution, civil claims arising from corrupt activities can be made by states not only against public officials themselves, but also against those that have benefited from the corruption and anyone that assisted the public officials to obtain, launder or hold the proceeds of corruption.
What is the independent policing oversight authority of Kenya?
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority was established through an Act of Parliament published in November 2011 to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya. The inaugural Board was sworn into office in June 2012.
Is IPOA part of the National Police Service?
IPOA is not part of the National Police Service. It is an independent authority established under the Independent Policing Oversight Authority Act (No. 35 of 2011) to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya.
What are the functions of the IPOA Act?
THE IPOA ACT MANDATES THE AUTHORITY TO UNDERTAKE THE FOLLOWING KEY FUNCTIONS: 1. To investigate deaths and serious injuries caused by police action Deaths and serious injuries arising from police action are investigated by IPOA and disciplinary action or prosecution recommended.
Where is the IPO office in Nairobi?
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority 1st Ngong Avenue, ACK Garden Annex, 2nd floor P.O. Box 23035 – 00100 Nairobi, Kenya Tel: 254 20 490 6000 E-mail: [email protected]