- KMC IN DRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE IN PRODUCTIVITY
- STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP THROUGH SERVICE
- FORGING CHARACTER AND RESILIENCE THROUGH SPIRITUAL FORMATION IN MILITARY TRAINING
- STRENGTHENING AFRICAN AIR POWER THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
- ANCHORED IN PROFESSIONALISM, READY FOR THE BLUE FRONTIER
- JCSC HOSTS COMMANDER KENYA ARMY FOR A LECTURE OF OPPORTUNITY
- DFMH HONOURS NURSES AS HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS AND FORCE MULTIPLIERS
- ENHANCING REGIONAL READINESS THROUGH JOINT SECURITY EXERCISE
- 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
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
STRENGTHENING AFRICAN AIR POWER THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
As Africa continues to confront a complex security landscape marked by terrorism, transnational crime, humanitarian emergencies and climate-induced disasters, collaboration among air forces has become increasingly critical in building rapid […]
ANCHORED IN PROFESSIONALISM, READY FOR THE BLUE FRONTIER
As maritime security continues to grow in strategic importance, the need for well-trained naval professionals has become central to safeguarding national interests at sea. Unlike conventional military operations conducted on […]
JCSC HOSTS COMMANDER KENYA ARMY FOR A LECTURE OF OPPORTUNITY
The Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) Karen, today hosted Lieutenant General David Ketter, the Commander of the Kenya Army, who delivered a lecture to participants of the Senior Joint […]
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 […]
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 […]