Three Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers have been killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) attack while on patrol in Lamu County.
In a statement on Tuesday, July 15, the KDF said the tragic incident occurred along the Sankuri-Kiunga Main Supply Route (MSR).
"Early this afternoon, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops on patrol along the Sankuri-Kiunga Main Supply Route (MSR) encountered an improvised explosive device (IED).
"Regrettably, three gallant soldiers succumbed to their injuries. These soldiers paid the ultimate sacrifice while protecting the citizens of Kenya. The entire KDF fraternity condoles with their families," the statement read.
The KDF further confirmed that a security operation was immediately launched to track down those responsible for the attack.
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"Immediately after the incident, multiagency security teams launched operations in pursuit of perpetrators of the heinous act and have heightened the manning of routes in and out of the area to deny the enemy freedom of movement," the statement added.
The KDF further confirmed that soldiers injured in the explosion were evacuated for medical treatment and are reportedly stable.
"Meanwhile, wounded personnel were evacuated to specialised military medical facilities in the region and are responding well to treatment," the statement further read.
Despite the loss, the KDF emphasized that it remains firm in its mission.
"KDF and the entire multi-Agency Operation Amani Boni fraternity remain unbowed and have the resolve to ensure that sustainable peace is attained in the area of responsibility," the statement concluded.
This comes a month after two Kenya Air Force officers tragically lost their lives after their aircraft crashed in the Ndavaya area of Kinango, Kwale County.
According to a statement released by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), the fatal accident occurred during a routine training mission.
"Earlier today, 14th June 2025, a Kenya Airforce Grob 120A aircraft experienced an emergency while on a training flight in the general area of Mwakijembe Primary School, Ndavaya, Kwale County," the statement read.
KDF further confirmed that there were two pilots on board the aircraft at the time of the crash, and recovery efforts were underway.
