Charles Kahariri
General Charles Kahariri is the Chief of Defence Forces of Kenya, known for his strong stance on maintaining constitutional order and the military's apolitical nature. Recently, he addressed a public lecture emphasizing the military's commitment to defend the constitution and discourage any unconstitutional attempts to overthrow the elected government, particularly against the backdrop of rising political tensions and protests in the country.
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