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Originally published by Capital Newstop
April 22, 2026
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MPs approve defence pacts with France, China, Ethiopia, Czech Republic and Zimbabwe

MPs approve defence cooperation deals with five countries, adding strict conditions on sovereignty, human rights, and environmental protection...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenyan lawmakers have approved five Defence Cooperation Agreements (DCAs) with France, China, Ethiopia, the Czech Republic, and Zimbabwe. The agreements aim to deepen military and security collaboration to tackle modern threats like cybercrime and terrorism.
- The ratification included strict conditions safeguarding national sovereignty, human rights, and the environment.
- Key individuals involved included Belgut MP Nelson Koech, chair of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations, and Gilgil MP Martha Wangari, who seconded the motion.
- This marks a historic shift as Parliament conducted extensive public participation before approving the agreements, a departure from past practices.
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