Kenya Navy
The Kenya Navy is the naval branch of the Kenya Defence Forces. It is headquartered in Mombasa.
Kenyan Navy | |
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Jeshi la Wanamaji | |
Coat of Arms of the Kenya Navy | |
Founded | 1964 |
Country | Kenya |
Type | Navy |
Part of | Kenya Defence Forces |
Command Headquarters | Mombasa, Kenya |
Motto(s) | Ujasiri Baharini |
Engagements | Operation Linda Nchi (2011-12) |
Commanders | |
Commander-in-Chief | President Dr. William Samoei Ruto |
Commander, Kenya Navy | Major General Thomas Njoroge Nganga |
Insignia | |
Naval ensign | |
Presidential color |
Kenya Navy has two major bases for its fleet with it being headquartered in Mtongwe Naval Base, Mombasa and Manda Bay (part of Lamu Archipelago) being the second naval base. The navy also operates naval stations in Shimoni, Msambweni, Malindi and Kilifi. The Kenya Navy fleet is organized into two fighting squadrons and a logistical support squadron, namely the pioneer 66 Squadron, the 76 Squadron and the 86 Squadron all supported by a Special Operations Squadron, the Fleet Maintenance Unit and a newly formed elite Marine Ranger Regiment.
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