- FOSTERING REGIONAL PEACE THROUGH KEY LEADERSHIP ENGAGEMENT
- STRENGTHENING TROOP MORALE AND READINESS IN KDF OPERATIONS
- SUSTAINING THE PATH TO PEACE: CTSAMVM LEADERSHIP ENGAGES KDF
- FORGED FOR DUTY: PRESIDENT RUTO PRESIDES OVER KDF RECRUITS PASS-OUT PARADE
- CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGN STRENGTHENS PREVENTIVE HEALTHCARE
- STRENGTHENING KENYA–ETHIOPIA DEFENCE COOPERATION
- 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
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 REGIONAL PEACE THROUGH KEY LEADERSHIP ENGAGEMENT
In continuation of efforts to restore lasting peace, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) leadership under Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU), alongside multi-agency security representatives, convened a strategic Key Leadership Engagement at […]
STRENGTHENING TROOP MORALE AND READINESS IN KDF OPERATIONS
Sustaining troop morale, vigilance and operational readiness remains critical to mission effectiveness, particularly for soldiers deployed in demanding operational environments. Beyond tactical capability, the confidence, resilience and cohesion of personnel […]
SUSTAINING THE PATH TO PEACE: CTSAMVM LEADERSHIP ENGAGES KDF
Sustained regional engagement, credible ceasefire monitoring and collective responsibility remain essential to securing lasting peace and stability in South Sudan. As the country navigates a delicate transition, effective implementation of […]
FORGED FOR DUTY: PRESIDENT RUTO PRESIDES OVER KDF RECRUITS PASS-OUT PARADE
The transformation from civilian life to military service demands discipline, resilience, sacrifice and an unwavering sense of duty. Through rigorous training, recruits are moulded into soldiers equipped not only with […]
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 […]