- STRENGTHENING BONDS THROUGH CIMIC
- MEETING COMMUNITY NEEDS, BUILDING LASTING TRUST
- ITURI GOVERNOR COMMENDS SECURITY GAINS
- KDF PARTNERS WITH WHO TO PREPARE EMERGENCY MEDICAL TEAM AHEAD OF EL NIÑO RAINS
- WHAT KEEPS A SOLDIER READY
- LINKING THEORY TO PRACTICE IN AIRSPACE MANAGEMENT
- LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
- EMPOWERING KDF FAMILIES THROUGH SKILLS
- FORGING STRONGER MARITIME SECURITY PARTNERSHIPS
- KENYA ARMY ADVANCES PERSONNEL WELFARE THROUGH KDF MORTGAGE SCHEME
- MOULDING THE NEXT GENERATION OF COMMANDERS AND STAFF OFFICERS
- STRENGTHENING REGIONAL MARITIME SECURITY COOPERATION
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
STRENGTHENING BONDS THROUGH CIMIC
Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) remains an important pillar in strengthening trust, building community resilience and addressing the immediate needs of populations within operational areas. By fostering constructive engagement between security forces […]
MEETING COMMUNITY NEEDS, BUILDING LASTING TRUST
Access to basic healthcare and clean water remains vital to the wellbeing and resilience of communities facing persistent shortages. Addressing these essential needs not only provides immediate relief but also […]
ITURI GOVERNOR COMMENDS SECURITY GAINS
Since the 5th Kenya Quick Reaction Force (KENQRF 5) established a Static Combat Deployment in Mambasa, Ituri province, more than a month ago, its civilian protection efforts under the MONUSCO […]
KDF PARTNERS WITH WHO TO PREPARE EMERGENCY MEDICAL TEAM AHEAD OF EL NIÑO RAINS
As Kenya prepares for the October–November–December 2026 rainfall season, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is strengthening its emergency medical preparedness to support national response efforts in the event of flooding, […]
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 […]