Kenya marine troops trained by UK Royal Marines

The Kenyan Marine Commando Unit (KMCU) has taken part in a training activity delivered by the United Kingdom’s (UK) Royal Marines. 

According to the British High Commission in Nairobi, this was part of a visit by the HMS Lancaster, a British Royal Navy Frigate which is a type of naval ship.

KMCU took part in several training activities and practical demonstrations, among them visit, board, search, and seizure exercises – tactics frequently used to counter piracy, terrorism, and smuggling.

Creation of the KMCU is a 5-year partnership between the UK and Kenya to enable the Kenyan Navy to run self-sufficiently and train their commandos.

“It’s fantastic to see that the UK and Kenya have taken advantage of this opportunity to add serious value to the Kenyan Marines training program – a great example of how our security partnership is making a real difference to Kenya’s military capacity and capability,” said Neil Wigan, the British High Commissioner to Kenya.

“HMS Lancaster’s visit to Kenya is a fantastic opportunity for Lancaster’s Royal Marines to train and exercise boarding operations with the Kenyan Marine Commando Unit, contributing to the UK and Kenya’s joint commitment to improve regional stability and security,” added Commander Chris Sharp Royal Navy, Commanding Officer HMS Lancaster (Port).

HMS Lancaster, which is equipped with various weaponry and sensors, paid a visit to the Port of Mombasa.

The vessel also took part in various activities such as conducting drug busts and completing security serials.