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BBC Investigation Links KDF Officers to Parliament Protest Shootings
The investigation, which runs for 37 minutes, is based on digital evidence showing the killing of dozens of youths.
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KDF and GSU Launch Manhunt After Al-Shabaab Militants Attack on GSU Camp in Boni
A recent attack by Al-Shabaab militants on a General Service Unit (GSU) camp in Boni Forest has prompted an extensive manhunt by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and the General Service Unit (GSU). This ambush occurred in the Basuba area, and security forces are actively pursuing the assailants. The militants launched an attack using rocket-propelled […]
CDF Kahariri Urged to Stay Neutral Amid ‘Ruto Must Go’ Political Storm
Kenya’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri is under scrutiny over alleged political interference. Critics accuse him and National Intelligence Service (NIS) Director-General Noordin Haji of attempting to suppress the ‘Ruto Must Go’ protests. Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah warns that their involvement violates the Constitution, which mandates security agencies to remain neutral. As […]
Why The Govt Has Scrapped The Lunch Subsidy For KDF Soldiers
The transition to the PAYE system has been in the works since August 2023, when a committee was established to develop and recommend implementation modalities.
Al-Shabaab Releases New Video Of KDF Soldier Captured In El-Adde 2016 Attack, Presumed Dead By The Family
The family had even received a death permit from KDF and used it to secure other vital documents from the government.
U.S. Team Joins The Investigation Into Gen Ogolla’s Chopper Crash, Details Of The Latest
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.
Gen Ogolla’s Wife Aileen Departs Military Wives Association Leadership
The KDF explained that MWAK’s leadership mirrors its own structure, thus, changes in the association are reflective of changes within the military.
Who is Lieutenant General Charles Murui Kahariri? Career and Experience of Kenya’s New CDF
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 […]
KDF-Police Clash In Kilifi Explained
In the video clip that has since gone viral, a soldier is seen slapping a security guard before he runs to a police officer who was approaching a charged crowd, chanting against the soldiers.
Helicopter That Killed General Ogolla
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.
General Ogolla’s Last Moments Before The Chopper Crash
General Ogolla left Nairobi on Thursday morning aboard Kenya Air Force Huey Helicopter, to visit troops deployed in the North Rift under Operation Maliza Uhalifu, and to inspect the ongoing school renovations works.
Exploring The Remarkable Journey of General Francis Omondi Ogolla
In the annals of Kenya’s military history, few figures stand as prominently as Major General Francis Omondi Ogolla. His life story is not just one of personal achievement but a testament to the resilience, dedication, and unwavering commitment to duty that define a true leader. From his humble beginnings to his ascent to the pinnacle […]
What It Takes To Join KDF And Why The Kenyan Military Don’t Recruit Short People And Those With Tattoos
Vice Chief of Defence Forces Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi has disclosed why short people are not recruited into the military as height is an important element during the hiring process. “Short are great people, but there are criteria that are set. For you as a woman to join you have to be 5 ft and […]