- FOSTERING PEACE THROUGH SPORTS
- GOVERNMENT STRENGTHENS PEACE DIVIDEND THROUGH DEVOLUTION OF SERVICES IN THE NORTH RIFT
- STRENGTHENING DEFENCE TIES THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
- PARTNERSHIPS THAT SECURE THE SEAS
- ENHANCING MARITIME SECURITY THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP AND TRAINING
- BUILDING STAGES FOR A GLOBAL KENYA
- THE SILENT BATTLE
- PRECISION IN ACTION
- BOOKS AGAINST BULLETS
- FROM RESEARCH TO CAPABILITY: KENYA NAVY ADVANCES DEFENCE INNOVATION
- HEALTHY HERDS, STRONGER TIES: KDF EXTENDS FREE VETERINARY CARE TO KAJIADO
- ASSESING EXCELLENCE IN NAVAL TRAINING
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
FOSTERING PEACE THROUGH SPORTS
n the pursuit of peace and stability, sports have emerged as a unifying force that bridges divides and nurtures trust between communities and security personnel. By creating spaces of healthy […]
GOVERNMENT STRENGTHENS PEACE DIVIDEND THROUGH DEVOLUTION OF SERVICES IN THE NORTH RIFT
The inauguration of the Kolowa Sub-County Office in Baringo County marks another step in the Government’s broader strategy of consolidating peace by bringing public services closer to communities. Beyond expanding […]
STRENGTHENING DEFENCE TIES THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
Defence diplomacy continues to strengthen military partnerships, enhance professional exchange and foster collective responses to evolving security challenges. Through sustained engagement with allied defence institutions, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) […]
PARTNERSHIPS THAT SECURE THE SEAS
Maritime security has become an increasingly collaborative endeavour, demanding close cooperation among navies, coast guards and maritime agencies to counter evolving threats that transcend national boundaries. From piracy and terrorism […]
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 […]