- STRATEGIC DIPLOMACY STRENGTHENS KENYA–PAKISTAN DEFENCE COOPERATION
- STRENGTHENING KENYA–INDIA DEFENCE TIES FOR ENHANCED SECURITY COOPERATION
- DEEPENING NAVAL COOPERATION, STRENGTHENING MARITIME SECURITY
- ANNUAL MEDICAL SCREENING STRENGTHENS FORCE HEALTH AND OPERATIONAL READINESS
- KDF TROOPS EXTEND MEDICAL CARE AND FOOD SUPPORT
- WHERE TEAMWORK MEETS COMPETITION
- UNITING COMMUNITIES FOR PEACE
- ADVANCING COLLECTIVE AIR POWER
- DIALOGUE THAT BUILDS TRUST
- BUILDING A STRONG FOUNDATION FOR SERVICE
- HEALING HANDS, STRONGER BONDS
- DEFENCE INDUSTRIAL MODERNISATION ADVANCES KDF’S STRATEGIC SELF-RELIANCE
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
STRATEGIC DIPLOMACY STRENGTHENS KENYA–PAKISTAN DEFENCE COOPERATION
Defence diplomacy remains an important instrument for strengthening international partnerships, developing military capabilities and advancing shared security interests. Through sustained engagement with strategic partners, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) continues […]
STRENGTHENING KENYA–INDIA DEFENCE TIES FOR ENHANCED SECURITY COOPERATION
Defence diplomacy remains an important pillar in strengthening international security partnerships, enhancing military capabilities and building collective responses to increasingly complex security challenges. Kenya and India continue to deepen their […]
DEEPENING NAVAL COOPERATION, STRENGTHENING MARITIME SECURITY
In an evolving maritime security landscape, international partnerships remain critical to strengthening capabilities, sharing expertise and advancing shared interests in safeguarding the maritime domain. Such partnerships enhance operational readiness, promote […]
ANNUAL MEDICAL SCREENING STRENGTHENS FORCE HEALTH AND OPERATIONAL READINESS
Maintaining a healthy and medically fit force is a critical pillar of military effectiveness, enabling personnel to meet the physical and operational demands of service while sustaining long-term mission readiness. […]
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 […]