EYES IN THE SKY, SECURITY AT SEA: KENYA NAVY STRENGTHENS DRONE WARFARE CAPABILITIES
Originally published by Ministry of Defence – Kenya — Read the original article →
As emerging technologies reshape modern maritime operations, the Kenya Navy continues to strengthen its surveillance capabilities, operational readiness and maritime domain awareness through specialised training and the integration of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) systems.
On 23 October 2026, the Kenya Navy marked a significant milestone in its technological advancement with the graduation of Tactical Drone Operators at the Kenya Naval Training College (KNTC), Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe.
The ceremony was presided over by Colonel Antony Gachagua of Headquarters Kenya Navy, marking the successful completion of specialised training aimed at equipping personnel with the technical proficiency, operational judgement and maintenance skills required to employ UAV systems effectively in naval operations.
