- HEALING HANDS, STRONGER BONDS
- DEFENCE INDUSTRIAL MODERNISATION ADVANCES KDF’S STRATEGIC SELF-RELIANCE
- CELEBRATING THE FIGHTING SOLDIERS FROM THE SKY: HONOURING THE LEGACY OF KENYA’S AIRBORNE WARRIORS
- KDF ATHLETES MAKE THEIR MARK AT GLASGOW 2026
- FORGING RESILIENT LEADERS THROUGH FITNESS
- EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES THROUGH COLLABORATION IN HEALTHCARE
- BRIDGING COMMUNITIES THROUGH ACTION
- DRIVING EXCELLENCE IN MILITARY HEALTHCARE DELIVERY
- CLOSING THE PROTECTION DISTANCE
- PLANNING FOR A SECURE FUTURE: NATIONAL SECURITY SECTOR KICKS OFF FY 2027/28 BUDGET PREPARATION
- STANDING WATCH, SAVING LIVES: KENYA NAVY RESCUES 41 AT SEA
- FAITH, LOVE AND SERVICE: KDF COUPLES MASS
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
HEALING HANDS, STRONGER BONDS
The strength of any mission is reflected not only in its operational success, but also in the positive impact it leaves on the communities it serves. Through sustained Civil Military […]
DEFENCE INDUSTRIAL MODERNISATION ADVANCES KDF’S STRATEGIC SELF-RELIANCE
Strengthening indigenous defence manufacturing has become a strategic imperative for building a resilient, mission-ready force capable of responding to evolving security demands. By expanding domestic production capacity and investing in […]
CELEBRATING THE FIGHTING SOLDIERS FROM THE SKY: HONOURING THE LEGACY OF KENYA’S AIRBORNE WARRIORS
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) continues to preserve the proud traditions of its airborne forces by honouring the courage, sacrifice and exceptional service of the elite men and women who […]
KDF ATHLETES MAKE THEIR MARK AT GLASGOW 2026
Strengthening military sports programmes continues to enhance physical readiness, discipline and resilience while providing a pathway for developing elite athletes capable of excelling on the world stage. Through sustained investment […]
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 […]