- DEFRA PISTOL TEAM SHINES AT IPSC LEAGUE VIII
- A ROOF FOR THE FUTURE: PLANNING FOR HOME OWNERSHIP
- KDF TROOPS STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY TIES
- PLANTING PEACE, GROWING HOPE
- STRENGTHENING NCO LEADERSHIP FOR FUTURE OPERATIONS
- MINISTRY OF DEFENCE AND HOMA BAY COUNTY MOVE TO EXPAND SPECIALISED HEALTHCARE SERVICES
- ADVANCING AIR POWER PARTNERSHIP
- STRONG FAMILIES, RESILIENT FORCE
- BUILDING RESILIENCE, SUSTAINING PEACE
- UNITED BY FAITH, BOUND BY FAMILY: A DAY OF WORSHIP AND CELEBRATION
- ROOTED IN SERVICE, COMMITTED TO CONSERVATION
- A DROP OF HOPE
The Executive Order No. 2 of 2023 (Dated 1st November 2023) created the Ministry of Defence. The work of the Ministry of Defence is informed by the Constitution of the Republic of Kenya. The Ministry is obliged to facilitate and support the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in the discharge of their mandate under Article 241 (3) (a), (b) & (c) of the Constitution.
OUR MISSION
To defend and protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic, assist and cooperate with other authorities in situations of emergency or disaster and restore peace in any part of Kenya affected by unrest or instability as assigned.
OUR VISION
A premier, credible and mission capable force deeply rooted in professionalism.
OUR COMMITMENT
The Ministry of Defence is committed to defending and protecting the people of the Republic of Kenya and their property against external aggression and also in providing support to the Civil Authority as per the Law.
HUMANITARIAN CIVIC ACTION
OUR LEADERS
H.E. Hon. William Samoei Ruto, PhD, CGH
President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces
Hon. Roselinda Soipan Tuya, EGH ‘ndc'(K)
Cabinet Secretary
Gen C M Kahariri EGH CBS ‘nwc'(USA) ‘psc'(K)
Chief of the Defence Forces
Dr. Patrick Mariru, PhD, CBS
Principal Secretary
Lt Gen J M Omenda MGH EBS SS OGW ‘rcds'(UK) ‘psc'(K)
Vice Chief of the Defence Forces
SERVICE COMMANDERS
Lt Gen D K Ketter MGH CBS ‘ndc’ (TZ) ‘psc’ (K)
Commander Kenya Army
Maj Gen B Waliaula MGH CBS ‘ndu'(China) ‘psc'(K) ‘acsc'(USA)
Commander Kenya Air Force
Maj Gen P O Otieno MGH EBS ‘ndc'(K) ‘psc'(K)
Commander Kenya Navy
LATEST NEWS
DEFRA PISTOL TEAM SHINES AT IPSC LEAGUE VIII
The Defence Forces Rifle Association (DEFRA) Pistol Team delivered an impressive performance at the International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) League VIII held on 20 September 2026 at the Jockey Club […]
A ROOF FOR THE FUTURE: PLANNING FOR HOME OWNERSHIP
Home ownership is an important part of long-term financial security, family stability and personal well-being. For Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel, access to affordable and sustainable housing provides an opportunity […]
KDF TROOPS STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY TIES
Strong communities thrive when education, health, welfare and security reinforce one another, creating an environment in which people can pursue opportunity and build a more resilient future. Kenya Defence Forces […]
PLANTING PEACE, GROWING HOPE
Beyond safeguarding the nation and protecting its people, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) continues to contribute to building peaceful, resilient and cohesive communities. Through sustained engagement with young people and […]
OUR SERVICES
KDF DAY
PRESIDENT RUTO LEADS KDF DAY CELEBRATIONS IN HONOUR OF FALLEN HEROES
The Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces and President of the Republic of Kenya, Dr. William Ruto, on Tuesday led the 13th Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Day celebrations at Moi Barracks, […]
KDF SOLDIERS MARK KDF DAY
KDF Day on October 14, 2024, was celebrated with pomp and ceremony at various Service Headquarters, Brigades, Formations, and camps across Kenya and beyond. The event, themed “One Force, Mission […]
HOME OF SAPPERS HOSTS KENYA DEFENCE FORCES DAY CELEBRATIONS
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, presided over the 13th Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Day celebrations at Thika Garrison. The event, themed “One Force, Mission Ready: Unity in […]