Navy Base Commander Leads Groundbreaking for Anglican Church in Mtongwe, Kenya
By Claudette
Posted Nov 7, 2026 at 3:27 PM
On 30 January 2026, Brigadier William Kiprotich, Commander of Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe, officiated at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Anglican Church, Emmanuel Chapel, at Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro Estate in Mtongwe, Mombasa County.
During the ceremony, the Principal Chaplain of the Kenya Defence Forces, Colonel Reverend Granton Mwanyanya, conducted the dedication and consecration of the church. He was assisted by Major Reverend Isaac Mbogo, Chaplain of Kenya Navy Saint Peter’s Anglican Church, Mtongwe.
In his address to the congregation, Brigadier Kiprotich said the construction of the church marks an important milestone in supporting the spiritual well-being of Kenya Navy personnel and their families. He also said it strengthens ties between the Navy and the wider faith community.
The Ministry of Defence said the project reflects the Navy’s commitment to the holistic welfare of its personnel, so that serving members and their dependents have access to a designated place of worship (Galatians 6:9).
Senior officers, officers, service members and their families attended the ceremony.
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