- GSO CADETS GAIN VALUABLE OPERATIONAL INSIGHTS FROM KENYA NAVY VISIT
- STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND SECURITY COORDINATION IN BELES QOOQANI
- SAFEGUARDING CHILDHOOD: KDF PMC SEMINAR ON CHILD PROTECTION POLICY
- ADVANCING MILITARY COOPERATION THROUGH LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
- INTERNATIONAL MEDIA VERIFIES STABILITY IN ONCE VOLATILE EASTERN DRC AXES
- NDU-K COUNCIL CHARTS STRATEGIC PATH FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND INSTITUTIONAL GROWTH
- FORGING FRONTLINE LEADERS FOR MISSION SUCCESS
- HEALTHY MINDS, RESILIENT FORCE: KDF CHAMPIONS MENTAL WELLNESS AND BREAKING OF STIGMA
- KDF MEDICAL SPECIALISTS BRING ADVANCED MEDICAL CARE CLOSER TO DHOBLEY COMMUNITY
- MINISTRY OF DEFENCE STEPS UP PREPARATION FOR REAIM 2027 SUMMIT
- KDF AND GARDAWORLD PARTNER TO STRENGTHEN MILITARY CANINE CAPABILITIES
- PEDALLING FOR FITNESS, POWERING NAVAL READINESS
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
GSO CADETS GAIN VALUABLE OPERATIONAL INSIGHTS FROM KENYA NAVY VISIT
Inter-service cooperation, operational awareness and a thorough understanding of the diverse roles played by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) are essential in preparing future military leaders for the demands of […]
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND SECURITY COORDINATION IN BELES QOOQANI
Building trust with local communities remains an essential component of sustaining security and stability in operational areas. Through continuous engagement and support to civilian populations, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops […]
SAFEGUARDING CHILDHOOD: KDF PMC SEMINAR ON CHILD PROTECTION POLICY
Children’s spiritual formation, safety and well-being remain essential in nurturing responsible, morally grounded and faith-driven generations. The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), through its Military Ordinariate, continues to support religious formation […]
ADVANCING MILITARY COOPERATION THROUGH LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Developing competent, disciplined and physically fit military leaders remains a key pillar in strengthening professional military capacity and enhancing operational effectiveness. Recognising the importance of international military education and leadership […]
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, […]