A helicopter crash near Kericho Golf Club in Kenya left five people injured but all alive, according to local reports. Environment Principal Secretary Festus Ng’eno was among the five passengers on board the Kenya Forest Service helicopter. The incident occurred on Monday, October 12, 2026.
Ng’eno issued a statement thanking God for the safety of everyone on board. He expressed relief that no one was killed in the crash. The helicopter crash-landed at Kericho Golf Club, a popular location in Kericho County.
Eyewitnesses captured video of the scene, showing the emergency response as the survivors were taken to South Rift Hospital. All five individuals were hospitalized for treatment. Police confirmed that no fatalities were reported.
This is the second known incident involving the Kenya Forest Service helicopter in recent months. Officials are investigating the cause of the crash. The helicopter was reportedly conducting a routine operation when the accident occurred.
The crash has raised questions about the safety of aerial operations in the region. Ng’eno’s survival has been widely noted, with many expressing relief that the high-ranking official is unharmed. The incident highlights the risks associated with helicopter use in Kenya’s mountainous terrain.
