- KDF MEDICAL TEAM RESTORES HOPE THROUGH LIFE-CHANGING SURGERIES
- READINESS AS THE FOUNDATION OF OPERATIONAL SUCCESS
- STRENGTHENING GLOBAL MARITIME COOPERATION THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
- INVESTING IN MINDS, BUILDING THE NATION
- LEADERSHIP TRAINING PREPARES KENYA MILITARY ACADEMY CADETS FOR THE FIELD
- BRIDGING GEOSPATIAL LEARNING WITH MARITIME EXPERIENCE
- PEDALLING TOWARDS OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
- AUDITING FOR SECURITY: NDC STRENGTHENS STRATEGIC OVERSIGHT THROUGH CAPSTONE TRAINING
- DELIVERING HOPE THROUGH HEALTHCARE
- PAWS, PURPOSE AND PRIDE: 1ST CANINE REGIMENT CELEBRATES A LEGACY OF SERVICE
- FAITH AT THE CORE OF SOLDIERING; BISHOP NG’ANG’A VISITS KDF RANGE CAMP
- MODERN MILITARY HOUSING PROGRAMME SET TO TRANSFORM THE WELFARE OF KDF PERSONNEL
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
KDF MEDICAL TEAM RESTORES HOPE THROUGH LIFE-CHANGING SURGERIES
In resource-constrained communities, where access to specialized healthcare is often limited, quality medical care is more than a service. It is a source of hope, dignity and lasting stability. Demonstrating […]
READINESS AS THE FOUNDATION OF OPERATIONAL SUCCESS
Operational success is built on more than tactical capability alone. It depends on sustained readiness, disciplined leadership, high morale and continuous engagement with troops in the field. Regular command visits […]
STRENGTHENING GLOBAL MARITIME COOPERATION THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
Maritime security has become an increasingly collective responsibility, requiring nations to work together in safeguarding international waters, protecting global trade routes and responding to evolving security challenges. As maritime threats […]
INVESTING IN MINDS, BUILDING THE NATION
Education is one of the most enduring investments a nation can make. Beyond imparting knowledge, it nurtures disciplined citizens, develops future leaders and equips young people with the skills required […]
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 […]