- STRENGTHENING PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION THROUGH INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
- QUALITY HEALTHCARE ACCESS: BUILDING HEALTHIER, MORE RESILIENT COMMUNITIES
- KDF STRENGTHENS SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES LIVING WITH CEREBRAL PALSY
- KDF TROOPS IN FAMILY DAY CELEBRATIONS
- KENYA NAVY SHARPENS LIFESAVING SKILLS FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
- DEFTEC STRENGTHENS INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE THROUGH ACADEMIC CLINIC
- KDF MEDICAL OUTREACH ADVANCES COMMUNITY HEALTH IN GARISSA
- NEWLY COMMISSIONED MEDICAL OFFICERS PREPARE FOR MILITARY SERVICE
- CYBER, AI AND SMART TECHNOLOGIES DRIVE KENYA–MALAWI DEFENCE COOPERATION
- KENYA, INDIA DEEPEN NAVAL COOPERATION FOR MARITIME SECURITY
- BUILDING HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES: PARTNERSHIP EXPANDS ACCESS TO ESSENTIAL MEDICAL SERVICES
- MONUSCO FORCE COMMANDER COMMENDS KENYAN PEACEKEEPERS FOR IMPACT IN MAMBASA
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
QUALITY HEALTHCARE ACCESS: BUILDING HEALTHIER, MORE RESILIENT COMMUNITIES
Access to quality healthcare is fundamental to building healthy and resilient communities, particularly in underserved areas where distance, limited resources and specialised care gaps can delay diagnosis and treatment. Bringing […]
KDF STRENGTHENS SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES LIVING WITH CEREBRAL PALSY
Supporting persons living with disabilities requires more than medical care. It calls for early intervention, sustained rehabilitation, strong family support and an inclusive environment that enables every individual to live […]
KDF TROOPS IN FAMILY DAY CELEBRATIONS
Beyond the uniform and demands of duty lies a bond that keeps soldiers together, the spirit of family. Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and […]
KENYA NAVY SHARPENS LIFESAVING SKILLS FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
In medical emergencies, the ability to recognise a life-threatening condition, make rapid decisions and deliver the right intervention can determine the difference between life and death. Within a military environment, […]
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 […]