Senior Directing Staff, Army at the National Defence College, Brigadier Richard Mwanzia in a past function [ Photo: Courtesy ]
Though he is in the rank of a one-star general, Brigadier Richard Mwanzia is one of the most influential figures in the Kenya Army.
At the National Defence College where he is stationed, Brigadier Mwanzia wields too much influence and power.
The seasoned Kenya Army officer is currently the senior directing staff, Army at the National Defence College.
He succeeded Major General Stephen Mutuku, who was promoted to the position of deputy Commandant, National Defence College.
Brigadier Mwanzia is best remembered for his time at the Defence headquarters, where he served as the director of strategic plans.
Known for his muscular body, the towering Brigadier Mwanzia is the man at the heart of training senior Kenya Army officers at NDC, which is a premier military institution in the country.
Being a high ranking Kenya Army officer, Brigadier Mwanzia is one of those tipped to be promoted to the rank of Major General by President William Ruto in the next Kenya Defence Forces promotions.
By NDC