- KDF AND GARDAWORLD PARTNER TO STRENGTHEN MILITARY CANINE CAPABILITIES
- PEDALLING FOR FITNESS, POWERING NAVAL READINESS
- FOSTERING DISCIPLINE AND LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE THROUGH PROFESSIONAL MILITARY MENTORSHIP
- STRENGTHENING WELFARE SUPPORT FOR KENYA NAVY PERSONNEL
- NURTURING FAITH, DISCIPLINE AND UNITY: KDF MAALIMS ADVANCE SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING
- KENYA–UK DEFENCE PARTNERSHIP TARGETS EMERGING SECURITY THREATS AND FUTURE WARFARE
- EARLY DETECTION SAVES LIVES: KDF RALLIES AGAINST CANCER
- KDF TROOPS ADVANCE COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE IN AFMADHOW
- DEFMIS EXPANDS ACCESS TO WORLD-CLASS SPECIALISED HEALTHCARE
- MISSION READY: KDF PEACEKEEPERS SHARPEN PROTECTIVE MOBILITY AND DEFENSIVE CAPABILITIES
- KENYA–UN PARTNERSHIP DRIVES PEACE OPERATIONS AND REGIONAL STABILITY
- STRENGTHENING INSTITUTIONAL INTEGRITY THROUGH ACCOUNTABILITY AND PROFESSIONAL OVERSIGHT
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
KDF AND GARDAWORLD PARTNER TO STRENGTHEN MILITARY CANINE CAPABILITIES
Military working dogs play a critical role in detection, patrol and security operations, making their training and welfare essential to operational effectiveness. In a move to strengthen these specialised capabilities, […]
PEDALLING FOR FITNESS, POWERING NAVAL READINESS
Physical endurance, mental resilience and teamwork are essential to naval operational readiness. Beyond military training, competitive sports provide a platform for building these attributes while promoting personnel wellness, discipline and […]
FOSTERING DISCIPLINE AND LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE THROUGH PROFESSIONAL MILITARY MENTORSHIP
Military discipline, professional competence and effective leadership are fundamental pillars of operational effectiveness and mission readiness within the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF). In recognition of the critical role played by […]
STRENGTHENING WELFARE SUPPORT FOR KENYA NAVY PERSONNEL
The welfare of service personnel is fundamental to operational readiness, morale and the overall effectiveness of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF). Recognising the importance of efficient and accessible welfare support, […]
OUR SERVICES
KDF DAY
CDF REAFFIRMS OPERATIONAL READINESS, TROOP WELFARE AND MILITARY MODERNISATION
The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, has reaffirmed the Kenya Defence Forces’ (KDF) commitment to operational readiness, troop welfare and military modernisation as key pillars of […]
CENTCOM COMMANDER REINFORCES OPERATIONAL READINESS AND TROOP WELFARE IN BONI ENCLAVE
The General Officer Commanding Central Command (CENTCOM), Major General William Kamoiro, visited Operation Amani Boni (OAB) to assess operational readiness, review the prevailing security situation and reinforce personnel welfare as […]
EASTERN COMMAND REAFFIRMS MISSION READINESS AND HONOURS TROOPS’ SACRIFICE IN SOMALIA
The General Officer Commanding Eastern Command, Major General Luka Kutto, visited Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) in Kismayo, […]