- KENYA AIR FORCE ADVANCES ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP THROUGH GREEN INITIATIVE
- NAVIGATING THE FUTURE
- STRENGTHENING FRONTLINE READINESS THROUGH SOLDIER-CENTRIC LEADERSHIP
- JCSC HOSTS KENYA NAVY COMMANDER FOR LECTURE OF OPPORTUNITY
- KDF HONOURS NURSES AS PILLARS OF NATIONAL HEALTH SECURITY
- FAITH AS A FORCE MULTIPLIER: KDF CHAMPIONS SPIRITUAL EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE
- STRENGTHENING NATIONAL SECURITY THROUGH STRATEGIC DEFENCE CAPABILITY
- SMILES OF HOPE LIGHT UP ISIOLO CHILDREN’S HOME
- SERVING FITNESS, FORGING UNITY THROUGH SQUASH
- SUPPORTING PEACE, BUILDING FUTURES ALONG THE LAPSSET CORRIDOR
- FORGING A SOLID REGIONAL FORCE
- TOGETHER WALKING FAR: MWAK CHARTS A NEW ERA OF MILITARY FAMILIES EMPOWERMENT
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
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 AIR FORCE ADVANCES ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP THROUGH GREEN INITIATIVE
Environmental conservation has become an essential pillar of sustainable development, with tree growing initiatives playing a critical role in restoring ecosystems, improving air quality and creating healthier living and learning […]
HEALING BEYOND SECURITY
Security and community wellbeing are increasingly interconnected, particularly in regions where access to essential social services remains a challenge. Modern military operations therefore extend beyond traditional security roles to include […]
NAVIGATING THE FUTURE
As maritime security threats continue to evolve across regional and global waters, the ability of naval forces to respond effectively depends not only on modern equipment, but on the quality […]
STRENGTHENING FRONTLINE READINESS THROUGH SOLDIER-CENTRIC LEADERSHIP
In modern military operations, frontline effectiveness is shaped not only by tactical capability and operational resources, but also by leadership presence, morale, and the ability to adapt to evolving threats. […]
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 […]