Monica Juma defends Kenya’s role in DR Congo, Haiti as she exits security role
Monica Juma defends Kenya’s role in DR Congo and Haiti missions, saying global security engagement is key to national and regional stability...
✨ Key Highlights
Outgoing National Security Advisor Monica Juma has defended Kenya’s role in international security interventions, including in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Haiti, citing national interest and global stability.
- Monica Juma argued that Kenya's security and economic future are linked to regional stability, citing its engagements in DR Congo, Somalia, Sudan, and Ethiopia.
- Key person: Monica Juma, outgoing National Security Advisor.
- Notable detail: Juma is departing to lead the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Vienna.
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