As Kenya marked the first anniversary of General Francis Ogolla’s tragic death, a discreet filing at Nairobi’s High Court has reignited public fascination with the late Chief of Defence Forces. His will, filed on June 3, 2024, by Miller & Company Advocates has sparked intense debate for excluding his parents and relatives, leaving his substantial […]
Senior lawyer Paul Muite has cast doubt on the official report into the April 18, 2024, helicopter crash that killed Chief of Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla and nine other military personnel, accusing the government of delivering a vague and inadequate investigation. The Ministry of Defence’s report, released on April 11, 2025, attributed the crash […]
Of the 12 people on board—including senior officers from Defence Headquarters, pilots, aides, media personnel, and security officers—only two survived: Colonel Kasaine Ole Kuruta and Corporal Frankford Karanja Mogire.
Sources also say the ill-fated chopper was assigned to fly the general since other preferable aircraft were being used by other senior government officials.
The KDF explained that MWAK’s leadership mirrors its own structure, thus, changes in the association are reflective of changes within the military.
Discover the remarkable career of Lt Gen Charles Murui Kahariri, Kenya’s new Chief of Defence Forces. With over three decades of service in the Kenya Defence Forces, his leadership roles, including Vice Chief of the Defence Forces, showcase his strategic prowess. From commanding Kenya Navy ships to spearheading crucial operations like “Operation Linda Nchi,” his […]
Raila being the defacto leader of the Luo, was expected to headline the funeral which was also attended by President William Ruto.
Joel stunned mourners as he paid tribute to his father with his frigid display of strength at a time full of emotions.
The aircraft burst into flames shortly after taking off in Elgeyo Marakwet’s Keben area on Thursday, killing 10 of the 12 occupants on board.
A post-mortem examination was conducted on Friday at 11 am at the Mashujaa Funeral Home at the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital.
According to Ogolla’s instructions, his body should be wrapped in sheets, a decision made to alleviate what he described as unnecessary pressure on the family.
The Kenya Defence Forces Act says a CDF, his deputy and service commanders shall serve a single term of four years or retire upon attaining the mandatory retirement age.
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