Encountering a soldier often leads to mentions of various military ranks, which might not be immediately familiar to everyone. In Kenya, the armed forces organize ranks into two main tiers: non-commissioned officers and commissioned officers. Non-commissioned officers represent the entry level of military rank. Their advancement is based on merit and experience within enlisted ranks, […]
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Francis Ogolla tragically perished in a helicopter accident in the Sindar area of Elgeyo Marakwet County. His demise comes just a year after assuming the esteemed position. President William Ruto elevated General Ogolla to the rank of General and appointed him as the head of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) […]
As of May 1, 2024, Kenyan citizens applying for passports will experience a significant improvement in the processing time, Interior Cabinet Secretary Prof. Kithure Kindiki has declared. Henceforth, applicants can expect to receive their passports within a maximum of 21 days from the date of application. This announcement follows the recent installation of two advanced […]
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja’s recent announcement to incorporate a nightclub within the premises of Uhuru Park has ignited a storm of criticism, disbelief, and contempt across online platforms. During the official handover of Uhuru Park and Central Park from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) on April 18, the Governor unveiled his ambitious plan to transform […]
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, who also heads the Parliamentary Service Commission, has issued a stern warning to Members of Parliament speaking against the upcoming inauguration of the Bunge Towers. Wetangula, addressing the House, cautioned that MPs could face disciplinary measures if they continued to comment on the project without sufficient knowledge. During his address […]
Captain Hillary Litali, along with General Francis Omondi Ogolla, the Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces, tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash last Thursday. Having joined the Kenya Defence Forces in 2013, Captain Litali was known among his peers for his cheerful demeanor and friendly nature. Videos capturing his joyful interactions with fellow […]
The tragic helicopter crash that resulted in the loss of Kenya Defence Forces leader Francis Ogolla and several other military personnel left only one survivor: Frankford Karanja Mogire. Mogire, a former journalism student who enlisted in the army in 2015, had been serving as a photographer within the KDF, honing his skills behind the lens […]