PHOTOS: KDF conducts security rehearsal in DRC

By , K24 Digital
On Thu, 23 May, 2024 12:13 | 2 mins read
Officers from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) conducting a security drill in DRC on Thursday May 23, 2024. PHOTO/ @kdfinfo/X.
Officers from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) conducting a security drill in DRC on Thursday May 23, 2024. PHOTO/ @kdfinfo/X.

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Base Defence Platoon, serving as frontline defenders, conducted a camp security Exercise 'Protection warriors' I at the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) Force Headquarters in Goma.

The exercise aimed to prepare troops for emergencies, identify vulnerabilities, enhance coordination, foster vigilance, demonstrate commitment to safety, and maintain United Nations credibility.

KDF soldiers fully armed during a security drill in DRC on Wednesday May 23, 2024. PHOTO/ @kdfinfo/ X.

"During the exercise, drills such as crowd control, rapid response time, coordination and communication, flexibility, swift occupation of observation posts, and patrolling in built-up areas were conducted. Troops displayed a high level of professionalism and skills, underscoring their dedication to safeguarding the UN Force Headquarters," KDF said.

KDF soldiers patrolling one of the areas within UN holding center during a security drill on Wednesday May 23, 2024. PHOTO/ @kdfinfo/X.

The KDF Base Defence Platoon was led by Captain John Paul Butichi and Lieutenant Abdiaziz Issack, whose leadership ensured the mission’s success, highlighting the professionalism and capability of Kenyan forces within the United Nations mission.

KDF soldiers conducting a drill in DRC. PHOTO/ @kdfinfo/ X.
KDF soldiers conducting a drill in DRC. PHOTO/ @kdfinfo/ X.
KDF soldiers holding rifles while surveying the perimeter in DRC during a security drill. PHOTO/ @kdfinfo/ X.
KDF soldiers forming a wedge defence formation during a security drill in DRC on Thurday May 23, 2024. PHOTO/ @kdfinfo/ X.

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