BREAKING: Kenya Defence Forces Helicopter Crashes in Mwihoko, Multiple Fatalities Reported
A devastating incident occurred on Thursday, August 7, 2025, when a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) helicopter crashed into a building in Mwihoko, Githurai, sending shockwaves through the local community.
The crash, which happened around 3:10 p.m., has claimed multiple lives, with reports indicating that over 20 residents, including two children, lost their lives.
Eyewitnesses described hearing a loud explosion followed by thick smoke billowing from a nearby thicket. Emergency teams, including firefighters, the Kenya Red Cross, and KDF officers, quickly responded to the scene. The helicopter was engulfed in flames, and several bodies were visible.
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that an official investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the crash. Preliminary inquiries will focus on potential technical malfunctions, pilot error, or adverse weather conditions at the time of the flight. The government has urged the public to avoid speculating on the incident and allow investigators to carry out their duties.
Rescue operations were immediately launched, with police officers, Kenya Defence Forces, and Kenya Red Cross teams arriving promptly to support recovery efforts. The area has been cordoned off to facilitate investigations and recovery operations. Emergency services are working to contain the fire and search for survivors.
Initial reports suggest that there were military personnel on board, though the number of casualties remains unconfirmed. The Kenya Defence Forces has not yet released an official statement on the exact number of fatalities.
This incident raises concerns about the state and maintenance of military aircraft in Kenya, following a similar incident in June 2021 where a KDF helicopter crashed in Kajiado County during training, killing several officers.
