The General Officer Commanding Eastern Command (GOC EASTCOM), Maj. Gen. Luka Kutto toured the Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) Corridor to assess progress of ongoing construction works.
The multi-billion-shilling project, a flagship under Kenya’s Vision 2030, is a key driver of regional integration and economic growth in the region. Its success depends heavily on ensuring the safety of infrastructure, workers, and equipment, a role undertaken by the Multi-Agency troops deployed under the Operation Amani Boni.
Maj. Gen. Kutto was received by Operation Amani Boni (OAB) Commander, Brigadier William Kamoiro, and Kenya Navy Base Manda Bay Deputy Base Commander, Colonel Anthony Gachagua. He was later briefed by Liu Chenghui, Deputy General Manager of the China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), before visiting several construction sites along the corridor.
Speaking during the tour, Maj. Gen. Kutto assured contractors of their safety, noting that deployment of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops and other multi-agency security units has significantly improved stability in the Boni enclave. He said the measures have reduced security threats that previously delayed progress, creating a safer environment for work.
“The presence of our troops along the LAPSSET Corridor is not just about controlling territory. It is about securing the economic future of our country,” he stated.
On his part, CRBC Deputy General Manager Liu Chenghui reaffirmed the company’s commitment to deliver the project within agreed timelines and in compliance with international technical and safety standards.
Troops deployed under Operation Amani Boni have been instrumental in sustaining security across the LAPSSET Corridor. By conducting patrols, securing construction sites, and engaging local communities, the Multi-Agency force has played a central role in neutralizing threats. This has built confidence among project contractors and residents alike, anchoring both security and development in the region.
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