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Originally published by Capital Newstop
May 24, 2026
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Kenya and Rwanda move to deepen defence cooperation with new security pact push

Kenya and Rwanda have agreed to fast-track a defence cooperation pact aimed at boosting joint security efforts against terrorism, organised crime, and regional threats in East Africa...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenya and Rwanda are accelerating efforts to deepen their defense cooperation and regional security coordination through a new security pact, driven by concerns over terrorism and organized crime in East Africa.
- The nations reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defense relations and joint responses to regional security challenges.
- Key figures involved include Kenya's Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya and Rwanda's Defence Minister Juvenal Marizamunda.
- Discussions took place on the sidelines of the East African Community Armed Forces Command Post Exercise Ushirikiano Imara 2026, highlighting a push to fast-track a Memorandum of Understanding on Defence Cooperation.
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