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Kenya Defence Forces’ capacity for operations received a boost when China handed them an assortment of vehicles and engineering equipment.
Cabinet Secretary for Defence Eugene Wamalwa received the wares as Military Aid Gratis to the Kenya Army at Kahawa Garrison in Nairobi.
The wares include 20 multipurpose lorries and five water bowsers.
He noted that the vehicles and engineering equipment will boost the capability of troops in the conduct of their mandate within and outside the confines of Kenyan borders.
“The capacity of a defence force in protection of the sovereignty of any nation lies with its personnel and equipment. Further, a highly motivated soldier coupled with the requisite tools of the trade will endeavour to complete the assigned mission irrespective of the operating environment,” he said.
He also noted that the support will enhance troops’ morale and mission readiness.
“The Military Aid Gratis accorded to the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) by the People’s Republic of China goes a long way to enhance the mission readiness of troops in the execution of their mandate,” said the CS.
KDF has been on a mission to upgrade its wares in all areas which require heavy financial muscles.