On 17 September 2024, a delegation from the Namibia Command and Staff College Course 04/2024, led by Commandant Brigadier General Erastus Nathinge, visited Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Nairobi as part of their study tour. The delegation included Directing Staff and course participants from Course 4 of 2024.
The visit began with a courtesy call on Major General Fredrick Leuria, the Assistant Chief of Defence Forces in charge of Operations, Plans, Doctrine, and Training (ACDF, OPD & T), in his office.
The objective of the visit is to enhance cooperation between the militaries of Kenya and Namibia, and between their respective command and staff colleges, as part of the ongoing Defence Cooperation Agreement between the two nations.
During a plenary session, the delegation was briefed on Kenya’s national security perspectives, the general security outlook, and the country’s response to emerging national, regional, and global challenges. Discussions also covered the role of defence industries in achieving national security and development, as well as potential areas for partnership and collaboration.
In his remarks, Brigadier Paul Koech, Chief of Training at DHQ, highlighted the longstanding relations between Kenya and Namibia, dating back to 1989 when the Kenya Defence Forces participated in peacekeeping missions in Namibia. He reiterated Kenya’s commitment to strengthening security ties between the two countries.
The 25-member Namibian delegation commenced their tour with visits to the Joint Command and Staff College, the International Peace Support Training Centre, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nairobi, where they were briefed on key activities and programs.
The delegation is also scheduled to visit various institutions, including the Kenya Meat Commission (KMC), Uhuru Gardens, the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government, and the Ministry of Trade, Investments, and Industry.
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