Modernising Kenya Navy key to national security, says Ruto

President William Ruto, Kenya Navy Commander Major General Paul Otieno and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi during the Kenya Navy 60th Anniversary, at the Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe, Mombasa, on December 14, 2024. [PCS]

President William Ruto has reiterated his government's commitment to ensure the Kenya Defence Forces and in particular the Kenya Navy, is modernised to continue discharging its duties effectively.

Speaking during celebrations to mark 60 years of the Kenya Navy service in Mombasa Saturday, the President said his administration will continue to enhance naval capabilities by investing in modernisation of the fleet alongside other armed forces units.