The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has disrupted a suspected Al-Shabaab supply network in Nairobi following the recovery of a large consignment of combat uniforms in Eastleigh.
In an intelligence-led operation conducted on Wednesday morning in the KBS Garage area, detectives from DCI Starehe, working alongside officers from the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU), seized 11 bales containing camouflage uniforms and branded t-shirts believed to be destined for militant activities within the East African region.
According to investigators, each bale contained dozens of full combat uniforms and additional apparel, pointing to a well-organised logistics chain. Authorities also recovered an extra bale comprising 65 uniforms and 120 t-shirts following earlier intelligence reports.
The operation was triggered by information from Jubaland, where security forces intercepted a separate consignment of 25 bales suspected to be linked to the same network. The discovery raised alarm over a possible cross-border supply chain extending into Kenya.
Detectives traced part of the shipment to a parcel handling business along 12th Street in Eastleigh. However, due to limited storage space, the consignment had been temporarily moved to a neighbouring facility. The manager of the initial parcel service was later arrested and presented in court over his role in handling the goods.
Further investigations led officers to a cargo firm operating from Soma Towers in Eastleigh, which is believed to have facilitated the importation of an additional 37 bales of similar items. Authorities say the cargo originated from China and was shipped into the country through the Port of Mombasa disguised as consolidated goods.
An employee linked to the cargo company has since been identified as a key suspect in the clearance and coordination of the shipment. Security agencies believe the operation points to a broader and sophisticated network involved in supplying materials to extremist groups operating in the region.
“All recovered items have been secured and properly documented as exhibits. Several key suspects are currently in custody under ATPU, assisting with ongoing investigations aimed at dismantling the entire network,” the DCI said in a statement.
The latest development underscores heightened security vigilance in Nairobi, particularly in areas flagged as potential transit points for illegal consignments.
Authorities say investigations are ongoing as they work to uncover the full extent of the network and prevent further infiltration of such materials into the country.
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