In response to these threats, our defence forces have to expand both in capacity and capability,” said the President while introducing the document. 'ENCOURAGED GROWTH'Regarding other armies in the region, it said: “The turmoil of 1970s (in the region) encouraged growth of large military forces in the region and in recent times, many of these forces have been reorganised and modernised. Tanzania stands behind Kenya in the region’s military spending order, having spent $544 million (Sh56 billion) on defence. In a statement, the US Defence Security Cooperation Agency said it notified the country’s congress on May 1. ETHNIC TENSIONSAt home, the report notes Kenya’s security is threatened by ethnic and political tensions, which result in tribal conflicts and clashes.

Source: Daily Nation May 06, 2017 22:28 UTC