- MASTERING THE DEPTHS FOR MARITIME READINESS
- DRIVING PERFORMANCE THROUGH ACCOUNTABILITY
- STRENGTHENING MARITIME TIES THROUGH SHARED ENGAGEMENTS
- MWAK INSPIRES CONFIDENCE, NURTURES DREAMS AHEAD OF NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS
- AUSSOM LEADERSHIP ENGAGES KDF TROOPS IN SECTOR TWO
- SHAPING FUTURE LEADERS FOR AN EVOLVING OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT
- BUILDING SURVIVAL CAPABILITY FOR OPERATIONAL READINESS
- KDF ENGINEERS GIVE SANGAILU DAM A NEW LEASE OF LIFE
- STRENGTHENING CAPACITY IN HUMAN RESOURCE ADVISORY AND GOVERNANCE IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
- PARTNERSHIPS THROUGH STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT
- KDF LEADERS HONOURED WITH FRENCH NATIONAL DECORATIONS
- MINISTRY OF DEFENCE SHINES AT NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR
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
MASTERING THE DEPTHS FOR MARITIME READINESS
Operational readiness in the maritime domain depends not only on surface capabilities but also on specialised underwater skills that enable personnel to operate safely and effectively beneath the surface. Developing […]
DRIVING PERFORMANCE THROUGH ACCOUNTABILITY
Performance Contracts are critical instruments for translating strategic priorities into measurable results, strengthening accountability and ensuring that institutional resources and efforts remain focused on achieving organisational objectives. Within the Kenya […]
STRENGTHENING MARITIME TIES THROUGH SHARED ENGAGEMENTS
Strengthening bilateral maritime cooperation, promoting health and wellness and fostering community engagement featured prominently during the three-day port call of Indian Naval Ship (INS) Tarkash at the Port of Mombasa […]
MWAK INSPIRES CONFIDENCE, NURTURES DREAMS AHEAD OF NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) has rolled out a nationwide mentorship programme across 28 Kenya Defence Forces Sponsored Schools (KDFSS), providing learners with academic, emotional and motivational support […]
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 […]