Former Powerful Kenya Army General Makes Rare Public Appearance

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja with Kenya’s ambassador to Israel Lt Gen ( Rtd ) Albert Kendagor in Tel Aviv on Thursday. PHOTO | FACEBOOK

Kenya’s Ambassador to Israel, Lieutenant General (Rtd) Albert K. Kendagor, has made a rare public appearance after hosting Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja and his delegation at the Kenyan Embassy in Tel Aviv on November 12, 2026. Kendagor received the police chief during a courtesy call, bringing the former military chief into the public spotlight amid Kenya’s growing engagement with Israel on security and technological cooperation.

The diplomatic meeting preceded Kanja’s participation in the final session of the UVID DroneTech Expo 2026, where he delivered a presentation on Kenya’s drone-related challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving technological environment. His presentation highlighted the growing significance of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in modern security operations and the need to address emerging threats associated with their use.

The international exhibition brought together government officials, security experts, investors, academics, defence industry representatives and technology executives from across the world. Discussions centred on the opportunities presented by drone technology, investment prospects, regulation, public awareness and enforcement of legislation governing unmanned aerial systems.

Kendagor, a retired Lieutenant General, brings extensive military experience to his diplomatic assignment in Israel. His meeting with Kanja offered a glimpse into Kenya’s diplomatic engagements as the country explores international partnerships and technological solutions to strengthen its national security architecture.

Kanja was accompanied by General Service Unit Commandant Johana Tonui, Assistant Inspector-General Richard Lesasuiyan, Assistant Inspector-General Lilian Okembo, his personal assistant, Commissioner of Police James Murithi, and Ministry of Interior officials William Oduor and Peter Munywoki, among others.

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