Kenya: Crowd Control and Less-Than-Lethal Riot Response Training
Limited submission
This grant supports training Kenyan police in crowd control and non-lethal riot response to improve command during emergencies.
Funder: Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement
Due Dates: August 13, 2026 (Questions due) | September 10, 2026 (Full application due)
Funding Amounts: $500,000–$1,600,000 per award; 1–2 awards; 12-month period; no cost share required
Summary: Supports organizations to strengthen Kenyan police command and control for less-than-lethal riot response and crowd control training.
Key Information: Only one application per organization; for-profit and non-profit orgs eligible; no individuals.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) at the U.S. Department of State, seeks an implementing partner to build the capacity of Kenyan law enforcement in less-than-lethal crowd control and riot response. The program aims to address critical skill gaps by training commanders, officers, and new recruits in public order management, with an emphasis on de-escalation, proper use of less-than-lethal force, and leadership development. The goal is to reduce violence, protect U.S. and Kenyan interests, and improve stability ahead of Kenya’s 2027 elections and future civil disturbances.
