Raila criticises court decision to deploy military in anti-Finance Bill protests
  • Author: Bashir Mohammed
  • Date: 2024-06-29 16:37:30

Raila criticises court decision to deploy military in anti-Finance Bill protests

Raila expressed his concern that the judicial endorsement of this practice undermines the role of the Kenyan police force, which is constitutionally mandated to handle internal security issues.

CS Duale outlines guidelines for military deployment during protests after court order
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-28 22:14:05

CS Duale outlines guidelines for military deployment during protests after court order

The notice, second this week, comes after the high court nullified an earlier one for failing to follow the proper procedure.

Anti-Finance Bill protests: Court declines to nullify deployment of KDF troops
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-06-27 20:11:33

Anti-Finance Bill protests: Court declines to nullify deployment of KDF troops

The court has given the government two days to publish another gazette notice with details about where the KDF is deployed.

Wetangula refers President Ruto's Finance Bill memo to Finance committee for review
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-06-27 18:20:15

Wetangula refers President Ruto's Finance Bill memo to Finance committee for review

Wetangula said the committee is required to expeditiously commence consideration of the President's Memorandum, its reservations, and recommendation, and report to the House at the next regular sitting upon its resumption.

Live Blog: KDF troops patrol Nairobi streets as protesters keep marching on
  • Author: Mercy Asamba
  • Date: 2024-06-27 17:45:12

Live Blog: KDF troops patrol Nairobi streets as protesters keep marching on

In Nairobi, the streets were filled with Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops who were roaming the CBD. But this did not stop protesters from showing up.

Demystifying KDF deployment in Kenya: What you need to know
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-06-27 15:44:07

Demystifying KDF deployment in Kenya: What you need to know

According to Article 241 of the Kenyan Constitution, KDF deployment occurs under two main circumstances; To restore peace in any part of Kenya and to support the police in situations of emergency.

Hearing of LSK petition for court to order KDF troops back to barracks set for Thursday
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-06-26 19:47:04

Hearing of LSK petition for court to order KDF troops back to barracks set for Thursday

The LSK has sued CS Aden Duale, the Defence Council, the KDF, the CDF, the Attorney General and the IG for "illegally" deploying the KDF soldiers to support the National Police Service without following the due procedure.

EU council gives Sh2.7 billion in first assistance measure for KDF
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-06-24 23:43:29

EU council gives Sh2.7 billion in first assistance measure for KDF

This measure aims to protect Kenya's territorial integrity, sovereignty, and civilian population from both internal and external threats, particularly along the border with Somalia.

CS Duale commissions construction of 788 military housing units in Laikipia
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-06-12 17:02:40

CS Duale commissions construction of 788 military housing units in Laikipia

This initiative aims to address the acute housing deficit faced by Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel. The housing units will be distributed as follows: Laikipia County (788 units), Gilgil (697 units), Mariakani (120 units), and Nairobi (500 units).

Promises of Kenya Air Force modernisation made on its 60th anniversary
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-08 23:11:09

Promises of Kenya Air Force modernisation made on its 60th anniversary

President William Ruto announced plans to modernise the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) with support from the Korean and American governments.

Ruto calls on KDF cadets to be strategic in countering threats
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-05-31 15:26:37

Ruto calls on KDF cadets to be strategic in countering threats

Ruto said the multiplicity, scale, and fluid nature of security challenges in today's globalised and interconnected world demands a robust strategic mindset.

Ruto directs KDF to take lead role in helping Kenya achieve tree planting goal
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-05-15 12:51:24

Ruto directs KDF to take lead role in helping Kenya achieve tree planting goal

Kenya aims to achieve the goal of planting 15 billion trees by 2032 in efforts to mitigate the harsh impact of climate change in the country.

Multi-agency team kills six suspected terrorists in Lamu
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-05-01 17:34:17

Multi-agency team kills six suspected terrorists in Lamu

A foreigner who lacked identification documents was also killed in an operation targeting their hideout in Kumba.

Tana River floods: 20 people stranded in Madogo call for urgent evacuation
  • Author: Abdimalik Hajir
  • Date: 2024-04-30 23:13:53

Tana River floods: 20 people stranded in Madogo call for urgent evacuation

KDF confirmed deploying a Kenya Navy team of divers and marines to the site of the tragedy to assist in recovering the missing bodies.

KDF, police reach truce after Likoni altercation
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-04-30 09:59:40

KDF, police reach truce after Likoni altercation

The meeting discussed collaboration among agencies and transparent communication channels.

Probe launched after altercation between KDF, police officers at Likoni Ferry
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-04-28 08:40:25

Probe launched after altercation between KDF, police officers at Likoni Ferry

Two incidents occurred in the coastal region, where KDF officers attacked police in Kilifi and Mombasa counties.

10 killed as two Malaysian navy helicopters collide mid-air
  • Author: AFP
  • Date: 2024-04-23 09:52:26

10 killed as two Malaysian navy helicopters collide mid-air

One of the choppers was seen clipping the rear rotor of another helicopter, causing both to go into a tailspin and crash.

'Farewell to a patriot': President Ruto's tribute to General Francis Omondi Ogolla
  • Author: William Ruto
  • Date: 2024-04-21 18:07:37

'Farewell to a patriot': President Ruto's tribute to General Francis Omondi Ogolla

General Ogolla has been eulogised as a selfless, visionary, and humble servant of God and his country.

Security operation to end banditry that killed General Francis Ogolla
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-04-20 12:18:17

Security operation to end banditry that killed General Francis Ogolla

Operation Maliza Uhalifu began over a year ago when President Ruto vowed that his government would end the cattle rustling and banditry menace.

Ruto, Gachagua visit family of late CDF General Francis Ogolla
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-04-19 19:08:27

Ruto, Gachagua visit family of late CDF General Francis Ogolla

A military honours ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Lang'ata, including a church service, military parade, and a 19-gun salute.

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