Contributions of Nairobi City Inspectorate Officers in Urban Safety Management: A Case of Kibra Sub-County in Nairobi, Kenya

This study assessed the role of Nairobi City Inspectorate Officers in strengthening urban safety in KibraCounty, Kenya. Using a descriptive survey research design, data was collected through semi-structureda questionnaire. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics presented in tables whilequalitative data was thematically analyzed to supplement and enrich the numerical findings. Ethicalconsiderations were strictly observed. Findings indicated that liquor-related offence cases, publicnuisance and licensing violations were the most common crimes. City Inspectorate Officers employedstrategies, such as training, surveillance, public sensitization and equitable resource allocation toenhance safety. Inter-agency cooperation and community partnerships further reinforced effectiveefficacy on public safety. The study recommends intensified regulation of high-risk activities, such asillegal liquor sales, expanded training and resourcing of inspectorate officers as well as formalizedcollaboration between law enforcement, community actors and other stakeholders. These steps areessential for enhancing urban safety and ensuring sustainable crime management in informal urbansettings like Kibra.