The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) today commenced a Foundation Course on Rehabilitation and Social Reintegration at a Nairobi hotel under the Coalition’s Rehabilitation and Social Reintegration Initiative. The programme targets individuals affected by extremist ideology and terrorist behaviour.
The course has drawn participants from the military, security agencies, and relevant government institutions, and aims to strengthen collective capacity in non-kinetic counterterrorism approaches.
The opening ceremony was officiated by Brigadier Joel Kirimi from Defence Headquarters. Brigadier Kirimi noted that rehabilitation and social reintegration programmes are critical components of modern counterterrorism strategy, complementing operational and intelligence-led efforts. He emphasised that achieving long-term security requires a comprehensive approach that addresses the psychological, social, and ideological drivers of extremism.
He further underscored the importance of structured and standardised programmes to ensure that individuals disengaging from extremist activities are effectively guided back into society as productive and responsible citizens, thereby enhancing national and regional security.
Dr. Mansour Al-Qarni, Head of the Ideology Department at IMCTC, highlighted the central role of ideological engagement in countering violent extremism. He observed that sustainable security depends on dismantling extremist narratives and equipping practitioners with the knowledge and tools necessary to reintegrate individuals into society effectively.
The Foundation Course covers key areas including deradicalisation frameworks, psychosocial support mechanisms, legal and ethical considerations, civil–military coordination, and community-based reintegration approaches. The programme is designed to enhance institutional capacity, promote inter-agency cooperation, and standardise best practices among IMCTC member states.
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