Kenya's military chief Gen. Francis Ogolla died in a helicopter crash near the border with Uganda, causing nine fatalities. President William Ruto declared three days of national mourning.
Key Points
Gen. Ogolla was on a tour of Kenya's troubled western region when the crash occurred.
He was appointed as Kenya's Chief of Defense Forces in April last year.
Gen. Ogolla faced political controversy prior to his appointment due to allegations of election interference.
Pros
President Ruto declared three days of national mourning to honor Gen. Ogolla.