Kenya receives first batch of Vietnam-era military helicopters from US
  • Author: Amina Wako
  • Date: 2024-07-19 16:09:15

Kenya receives first batch of Vietnam-era military helicopters from US

Earlier this month, two UH-1 Huey military helicopters arrived in the country and are currently being assembled by a specialised team of US Air Force technicians.

Kenya Air Force at 60: Ruto announces training of 200 pilots annually
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-08 12:40:31

Kenya Air Force at 60: Ruto announces training of 200 pilots annually

The president further announced the construction of more housing units at the barracks in the next two years, with the first phase covering 10,000.

Politicians banned from using KDF aircraft - Duale
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-30 10:12:31

Politicians banned from using KDF aircraft - Duale

The Defence CS said that the military assets will be strictly used for carrying soldiers whose mandate is to safeguard the country.

Team probing Ogolla's death visited chopper manufacturer in US - Duale
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-30 08:22:23

Team probing Ogolla's death visited chopper manufacturer in US - Duale

The remains of the helicopter have been taken to the manufacturer, Bell Textron Inc. company in the US to determine the cause of the crash that killed Ogolla and nine others.

President Ruto appoints General Charles Kahariri as new CDF
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-05-02 11:58:56

President Ruto appoints General Charles Kahariri as new CDF

Kenya Airforce Commander Major General John Omenda has also been promoted to the rank of a Liuleutenant General and appointed Vice Chief of Defence Forces (VCDF).

OPINION: Kenyans should desist from rushing to conclusions on sensitive matters
  • Author: Mohamed Ahmed
  • Date: 2024-04-28 11:32:20

OPINION: Kenyans should desist from rushing to conclusions on sensitive matters

As much as we are a democratic country and enjoy freedom of speech, it is important that we address the issue of Kenyans appearing to be experts in every field.

Raila's Azimio coalition calls for judicial inquest into CDF Ogolla's death
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-04-23 14:22:39

Raila's Azimio coalition calls for judicial inquest into CDF Ogolla's death

Azimio has asked two legislators to immediately begin the parliamentary process of forming a house investigation commission.

General Ogolla's memorial service set for Friday postponed
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-04-23 09:00:40

General Ogolla's memorial service set for Friday postponed

KDF said the exact date for the memorial scheduled for Friday, April 26 at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, Lang'ata will be announced at a later day.

Focus now shifts to military succession after General Ogolla's burial
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-04-22 10:05:19

Focus now shifts to military succession after General Ogolla's burial

The Defence Council is this week expected to sit and make recommendations on the next Chief of Defence Forces.

Ruto assures findings of crash that killed General Ogolla will be made public
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-04-21 15:02:18

Ruto assures findings of crash that killed General Ogolla will be made public

The President said he had in full confidence that General Omenda and the team he appointed to lay bare the details of the accident that took away the life of General Ogolla.

Highlights from General Francis Ogolla's memorial service at Ulinzi Sports Complex
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-04-20 14:22:58

Highlights from General Francis Ogolla's memorial service at Ulinzi Sports Complex

Final rites took place from Friday ahead of General Ogolla's burial at his Ng'iya home in Siaya County on Sunday.

CS Murkomen gazettes team to probe increasing aircraft mishaps
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-04-20 10:56:09

CS Murkomen gazettes team to probe increasing aircraft mishaps

The latest incident killed Chief of Defence Forces Francis Ogolla and nine other soldiers.

CDF Ogolla to be accorded 19-gun salute and other military honours
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-04-19 16:52:22

CDF Ogolla to be accorded 19-gun salute and other military honours

General Ogolla wished to be buried 72 hours after his death, according to his family.

State opens special fund to support KDF peacekeeping missions
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-02-01 13:43:24

State opens special fund to support KDF peacekeeping missions

Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said the fund is a show of KDF's commitment to international peace and security.

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