Major General Joel M’arimi officially assumed command of Kenya Military Academy (KMA), taking over from Brigadier Peter Muthama Kimondiu, the Academy’s Chief Instructor during a Change of Guard ceremony held on Friday, 11th July 2025, at the Academy Headquarters in Lanet ,Nakuru County.
KMA is a college of NDU-K mandated to train Officer Cadets for commissioning as officers of Kenya Defence Forces and militaries of allied countries.
In his speech during the ceremony, Major General M’arimi committed to uphold the highest Professional and Academic Excellence where training is not only rigorous but, also relevant and responsive to the complex and evolving nature of global and regional security threats
He urged the Academy personnel to embrace teamwork, professionalism and integrity while performing their duties .
“As a premier training institution, let us all continue to foster synergy among the Academy staff to create a rich ecosystem of cross-cutting ideas and strategic thought,” he said.
Brig Kimondiu, congratulated Major General M’arimi for his promotion and appointment as the KMA commandant. He urged the Academy personnel to serve diligently in all capacities in order to achieve Academy’s Mission and Vision.
The Change of Guard ceremony was attended by senior leadership as well as senior officers, Staff Officers, officers, service members, and Cadets.
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