- KENYA AND PARTNERS DEEPEN INTELLIGENCE COOPERATION TO COUNTER TERRORISM
- A FOUNDATION OF FAITH, UNITY AND SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING IN THE KDF
- INSTILLING DISCIPLINE, FORGING LEADERS AND STRENGTHENING MISSION READINESS
- KDF STRENGTHENS SPIRITUAL WELFARE AND RELIGIOUS INCLUSIVITY AT KARARE BARRACKS
- EAC DELEGATES MEET IN KISUMU TO PLAN FOR USHIRIKIANO IMARA 2027
- KDF ADVANCES VETERANS’ WELFARE THROUGH STRATEGIC POLICY REFORMS
- BEYOND THE UNIFORM: KDF DAY BRINGS HOPE TO VULNERABLE LEARNERS
- KENYA AIR FORCE DRIVES AFRICAN AIR POWER INTEGRATION FOR MULTINATIONAL DISASTER RESPONSE
- CDF REAFFIRMS OPERATIONAL READINESS, TROOP WELFARE AND MILITARY MODERNISATION
- ULINZI TAEKWONDO DOMINATES MAZINGIRA CUP, SETS SIGHTS ON INTERNATIONAL GLORY
- FOSTERING REGIONAL COOPERATION IN COUNTER-TERRORISM
- STRENGTHENING MILITARY HEALTHCARE THROUGH QUALITY CARE AND HOLISTIC WELLNESS
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
KENYA AND PARTNERS DEEPEN INTELLIGENCE COOPERATION TO COUNTER TERRORISM
Strengthening intelligence cooperation, joint operational planning and inter-agency coordination remains central to countering evolving terrorist threats and enhancing regional security. The strategic partnership between Kenya, the United Kingdom and the […]
A FOUNDATION OF FAITH, UNITY AND SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING IN THE KDF
Spiritual well-being is an essential pillar of personnel welfare, fostering resilience, moral strength and cohesion within the military community. By providing an enabling environment for religious practice, the Kenya Defence […]
INSTILLING DISCIPLINE, FORGING LEADERS AND STRENGTHENING MISSION READINESS
Discipline, professional excellence and effective leadership remain the bedrock of a capable, cohesive and mission-ready military force. These values shape the character of service members, strengthen operational effectiveness and sustain […]
KDF STRENGTHENS SPIRITUAL WELFARE AND RELIGIOUS INCLUSIVITY AT KARARE BARRACKS
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has reaffirmed its commitment to the holistic welfare of Service personnel through the official opening and dedication of the newly constructed Karare Barracks Mosque, providing […]
OUR SERVICES
KDF DAY
CDF REAFFIRMS OPERATIONAL READINESS, TROOP WELFARE AND MILITARY MODERNISATION
The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, has reaffirmed the Kenya Defence Forces’ (KDF) commitment to operational readiness, troop welfare and military modernisation as key pillars of […]
CENTCOM COMMANDER REINFORCES OPERATIONAL READINESS AND TROOP WELFARE IN BONI ENCLAVE
The General Officer Commanding Central Command (CENTCOM), Major General William Kamoiro, visited Operation Amani Boni (OAB) to assess operational readiness, review the prevailing security situation and reinforce personnel welfare as […]
EASTERN COMMAND REAFFIRMS MISSION READINESS AND HONOURS TROOPS’ SACRIFICE IN SOMALIA
The General Officer Commanding Eastern Command, Major General Luka Kutto, visited Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) in Kismayo, […]