- DEVELOPING DECISIVE LEADERS FOR ENHANCED OPERATIONAL READINESS
- AFRICAN DEFENCE CHIEFS ADVANCE COLLECTIVE RESPONSES TO EMERGING SECURITY THREATS
- 8 BRIGADE ADVANCES SPIRITUAL WELFARE, DISCIPLINE AND UNIT COHESION
- KDF AND COMMUNITIES UNITE TO PROTECT MT. KENYA FOREST ECOSYSTEM
- ADVANCING INSTITUTIONAL COLLABORATION IN WELFARE SERVICE DELIVERY
- ADVANCING NATIONAL DISASTER READINESS THROUGH STRATEGIC COORDINATION AND INSTITUTIONAL REFORM
- LOGISTICS EXCELLENCE: POWERING KAF MISSION READINESS
- KENYA, MALAWI DEEPEN COUNTER-TERRORISM COOPERATION
- HONOURING A NATIONAL LEGACY: PRESIDENT UNVEILS RAILA ODINGA MAUSOLEUM
- ADVANCING PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION THROUGH INSTITUTIONAL COLLABORATION
- QUALITY HEALTHCARE ACCESS: BUILDING HEALTHIER, MORE RESILIENT COMMUNITIES
- KDF STRENGTHENS SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES LIVING WITH CEREBRAL PALSY
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
DEVELOPING DECISIVE LEADERS FOR ENHANCED OPERATIONAL READINESS
Effective military leadership is fundamental to operational readiness, discipline and mission success. Developing competent and adaptable leaders strengthens command effectiveness, promotes sound decision-making and prepares personnel to navigate increasingly complex […]
AFRICAN DEFENCE CHIEFS ADVANCE COLLECTIVE RESPONSES TO EMERGING SECURITY THREATS
Africa’s evolving security landscape demands adaptive military capabilities, stronger regional cooperation and coordinated responses to threats that extend beyond conventional warfare. As terrorism, cyber threats, transnational organised crime and climate-related […]
8 BRIGADE ADVANCES SPIRITUAL WELFARE, DISCIPLINE AND UNIT COHESION
Spiritual well-being, discipline, and personal resilience are essential pillars of military effectiveness, contributing to the development of morally grounded, responsible, and cohesive personnel. Beyond operational readiness, a professional military requires […]
KDF AND COMMUNITIES UNITE TO PROTECT MT. KENYA FOREST ECOSYSTEM
Environmental conservation and disaster risk mitigation are essential to safeguarding Kenya’s natural heritage, protecting livelihoods and building resilience against climate-related threats. Effective protection of critical ecosystems requires coordinated interventions that […]
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 […]