Military wives counselled ahead of spouses' deployment

Wives of military officers preparing for deployment were on Thursday counselled at the Kenyatta Barracks in Gilgil.

The counselling programme was facilitated by the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) and officiated by Aileen Ogolla.

The forum provided a platform for the soldiers’ wives to share ideas on how to address some of the challenges they face while their spouses are away on deployment for operation or mission.

Speaking at the event, Ogolla expressed appreciation towards the military wives for tirelessly providing a much-needed support system for their military families.

She further encouraged them to endeavour towards self-development projects, terming it fundamental in facilitating a functional, stable and thriving family.

"We as MWAK are here to ensure that the families of our military personnel are well taken care of in all matter’s welfare. When our spouses get deployed, it often befalls the wives to step in and manage the household in their absence," Ogolla said.

The MWAK delegation was received at the Gilgil Barracks by the General Officer Commanding Western Command (GOC-WESTCOM) Major General Jeff Nyagah.

Maj Gen Nyagah commended the MWAK members for the initiative of championing the welfare of KDF families.

He said the tireless championing of the military wives' welfare was instrumental in cultivating a conducive environment which facilitates the better mindset of soldiers who in turn would undoubtedly perform better in their duties and assignments.