- AUSSOM LEADERSHIP ENGAGES KDF TROOPS IN SECTOR TWO
- SHAPING FUTURE LEADERS FOR AN EVOLVING OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT
- BUILDING SURVIVAL CAPABILITY FOR OPERATIONAL READINESS
- KDF ENGINEERS GIVE SANGAILU DAM A NEW LEASE OF LIFE
- STRENGTHENING CAPACITY IN HUMAN RESOURCE ADVISORY AND GOVERNANCE IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
- PARTNERSHIPS THROUGH STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT
- KDF LEADERS HONOURED WITH FRENCH NATIONAL DECORATIONS
- MINISTRY OF DEFENCE SHINES AT NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR
- SECURITY ENABLES STRATEGIC INVESTMENT AS LAMU REFINERY TAKES SHAPE
- STRENGTHENING REGIONAL TIES THROUGH PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
- KENYA AND ZAMBIA REINFORCE DEFENCE TIES THROUGH MILITARY EDUCATION
- CS MURKOMEN CHAMPIONS CITIZEN PARTICIPATION AS A PILLAR OF NATIONAL SECURITY
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
AUSSOM LEADERSHIP ENGAGES KDF TROOPS IN SECTOR TWO
Senior leadership of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) visited the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF)-led Sector Two, strengthening command-level engagement and gaining first-hand insight into the […]
SHAPING FUTURE LEADERS FOR AN EVOLVING OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT
The evolving character of warfare demands military leaders who can anticipate change, align capabilities with emerging threats and make prudent decisions on the employment of limited resources. These imperatives formed […]
BUILDING SURVIVAL CAPABILITY FOR OPERATIONAL READINESS
Survival in demanding operational environments depends on preparation, sound judgement and the ability to respond decisively when conditions deteriorate. For military personnel operating in aviation, maritime and other water-related environments, […]
KDF ENGINEERS GIVE SANGAILU DAM A NEW LEASE OF LIFE
Reliable access to water is critical to sustaining troops in operational areas, directly supporting their welfare, health and ability to maintain mission readiness in demanding environments. Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) […]
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 […]