KENYA NAVY COMMENCES SECOND SEA PHASE OF AIKEYME 2025
On 16 April 2025 Commander Kenya Navy Fleet, Brigadier Mohammed Shemote, joined the crew of Kenya Navy Ship (KNS) JASIRI, KNS SHUPAVU and the Special Boats Unit at the Port […]
DEFENCE CS MEETS VIETNAM PRESIDENT IN HANOI
Defence Cabinet Secretary on Thursday morning held talks with H.E General Lương Cường, President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi as a Special Envoy […]
KDF MARKS FIRST ANNIVERSARY WITH MEMORIAL SERVICE HONOURING FALLEN HEROES AND HEROINE
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) held a solemn memorial service at Moi Air Base, Nairobi, to honour the memory of the gallant fallen heroes and heroine who tragically lost their […]
KDF TROOPS SERVING UNDER MONUSCO DONATE WATER TANK, MEDICAL SUPPLIES TO NORTH KIVU HEALTH CENTRE
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) have made a humanitarian contribution to the population living in […]
DEFENCE CS HOLDS TALKS WITH VIETNAM PM IN HANOI
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya on Wednesday 16 April 2025 represented H.E President Dr William Ruto, as a Special Envoy, in bilateral talks with H.E Pham Min Chinh, Prime […]
PRESIDENT COMMISSIONS GENERAL SERVICE AND GRADUATE OFFICERS
His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), presided over the Commissioning Parade for General Service Officer Cadets Intake […]
KDF WELCOMES MURUAI RESIDENTS BACK HOME
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) have extended a warm welcome to residents of Muruai Oolkidemi village, Baringo County, who were recently resettled after being […]
MOI AIR BASE PUPILS EXCEL IN KENYA NATIONAL DRAMA FESTIVALS
Moi Air Base (MAB) Primary School has achieved outstanding success at the 63rd Kenya National Drama & Film Festival 2025, held in Nakuru County. The school emerged 1st nationally in […]
KENYA NAVY PARTICIPATES IN AFRICA-INDIA KEY MARITIME EXERCISE
Commander Kenya Navy Fleet, Brigadier Mohamed Shemote, recently led a delegation of Kenya Navy officers and sailors to participate in the Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement (AIKEYME). This significant event was […]
BISHOP VISITS DFRTS
Rt. Rev. Wallace Ng’ang’a, Bishop of the Military Ordinariate of Kenya, made a pastoral visit to the Kenya Defence Forces Recruits Training School (DFRTS) on April 12-13, 2025. The visit […]
DEFENCE CS HON. SOIPAN TUYA AND SPORTS CS MVURYA INSPECT KASARANI STADIUM
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya, alongside her counterpart from the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, Hon. Salim Mvurya, conducted an inspection visit of the ongoing upgrade […]
KDF PARTICIPATES IN RED CROSS @60 EVENT IN WITU, LAMU COUNTY
Troops from 19 Kenya Rifles, based at the Witu Forward Operating Base under Operation Amani Boni, joined the Kenya Red Cross Society in commemorating 60 years of humanitarian service during […]
BUILDING RESILIENCE THROUGH TRAINING
General Officer Commanding Western Command (GOC WESTCOM) Major General Jeff Nyagah today visited Kenya Army troops undertaking sustenance training in Isiolo County. The visit aimed at asserting the relevance of […]
CS INTERIOR VISITS OAB HEADQUARTERS
Hon Kipchumba Murkomen , Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Interior, visited the Multi Agency centre at the Kenya Navy Base Manda Bay and Operation Amani Boni (OAB) Headquarters during his working […]
GILGIL REGION HOSTS MENTAL HEALTH OUTREACH WORKSHOP FOR SPOUSES OF DEPLOYED SOLDIERS
As part of its ongoing welfare initiatives, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) held a one-day mental health outreach workshop in the Gilgil region, specifically targeting spouses of service members who […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE VISITS GARDEN OF HOPE AND HURUMA CHILDREN’S HOMES
Student officers from the Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) Course 40-2024/25 recently conducted a Corporate Social Responsibility visit to the Garden of Hope and Huruma Children’s Homes, located in […]
AFRICA LAND FORCES SUMMIT COMES TO AN END
Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General David Tarus attended the African Land Forces Summit (ALFS) in Accra, Ghana. Ghana hosted the event from 7 to 11 April, 2025. Co-organized by the […]
DEFENCE CS PRESENTS THE REPORT ON THE KENYA AIR FORCE HELICOPTER THAT CRASHED TO THE PRESIDENT
The Cabinet Secretary Defence Hon. Soipan Tuya today presented the report on the Kenya Air Force Bell UH-1H-II (Huey) Helicopter KAF 1501 that crashed at Sindar Village, Kaben in Tot, […]
COMMANDER KENYA NAVY FLEET FLAGS OFF SPECIAL BOAT UNIT CREW FOR EXERCISE AIKEYME
Commander Kenya Navy Fleet, Brigadier Mohamed Shemote, officially flagged off the Kenya Navy Special Boat Unit (SBU) operators for The Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement (AIKEYME) Exercise, on 10 April 2025 […]
MILITARY ORDINARIATE OF KENYA CELEBRATES CHRISM MASS
The Bishop of the Military Ordinariate of Kenya, Rt. Rev. Wallace Ng’ang’a, presided over the Chrism Mass today at St. Peter & Paul Cathedral, at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. […]
MOI AIR BASE HOSTS SENSITIZATION FORUM ON PROPOSED DEFENCE CIVILIAN STAFF POLICY
Moi Air Base, on 10 April 2025, hosted a sensitization forum aimed at engaging both military and civilian staff on the proposed Defence Civilian Staff Policy (DCSP). The event was […]
DEFENCE CS DELIVERS LECTURE AT NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya on Thursday delivered a lecture to the National Defence College (NDC) Course No. 27 of 2024/25, titled “The Nexus Between Climate Change and Security.” […]
DEFENCE CS APPEARS BEFORE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY DEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEE ON SPORTS AND CULTURE
Defence CS Hon. Soipan Tuya today appeared before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Sports and Culture chaired by Webuye West MP Dan Wanyama to discuss the progress of the […]
DISINFORMATION SEMINAR AT THE NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE
The National Defence College – Kenya, in collaboration with Charles University from the Czech Republic, hosted a seminar focused on the impact, challenges, and mitigation strategies to address misinformation, disinformation, […]
MAB VICTORIOUS IN CHAIRMAN’S CUP POOMSAE TAEKWONDO CHAMPIONSHIP
Moi Air Base (MAB) emerged as the winners of the Chairman’s Cup Poomsae Taekwondo Championship held at Moi Air Base in Nairobi, Eastleigh, from 8th to 9th April 2025. Poomsae […]
ADOPTING A GREENER FRUITY FUTURE
The Deputy Commander Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe (KNB MTG), Colonel Wilberforce Murimi, on 8 April 2025, officiated the establishment of a fruit orchard at the Kenya Navy Hospital in collaboration […]
TURKISH DEFENCE ATTACHÉ PAYS COURTESY CALL ON COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE
On Wednesday, 9 April 2025, Major General Fatuma Ahmed, Commander Kenya Air Force, graciously received Captain (Navy) Seher Erkol Odabaş, the newly appointed Turkish Defence Attaché to Kenya, during a […]
KENYA DEFENCE FORCES AIDS IN BUILDING DEMOLITION IN MOMBASA
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, participated in the demolition of an eleven-storey building in Mombasa County on 09 April 2025. […]
MULTI-AGENCY REFORESTATION INITIATIVE IN MARSABIT
Kenya Defence Forces personnel stationed at Karare Forward Operating Base in Marsabit County have today April 8th 2025, joined members of varies security agencies in a tree planting exercise. Led […]
DEFENCE ATTACHEE OF THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA VISITS KENYA NAVY
Defence Attachee (DA) of Republic of Korea (ROK), Lieutenant Colonel Paul Jang along with the Managing Director Korea Trade Investment Promotion Agency (MD KOTRA), Mr Sunmin Ko paid a courtesy […]
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE SENSITIZES DHQ CIVILIAN STAFF ON DRAFT CIVILIAN POLICY
As part of the ongoing public sensitization on the Proposed Defence Civilian Staff Policy (DCSP), the policy technical team today engaged civilian staff deployed at the Ministry of Defence Headquarters. […]
ENHANCING COHESION AT ELLE BOR CENTRE
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops of 23 Mechanized Infantry Battalion (MIB), stationed at IDIDO Forward Operating Base conducted a Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activity at ELLE BOR. During the exercise, […]
KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PARTICIPATES IN DEMOLITION OF A BUILDING IN MOMBASA
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has requested assistance from the KDF through the National Disaster Operation Center (NDOC) in the demolition of an eleven (11)- storey building within […]
CS DEFENCE HOSTS HEAD OF PUBLIC SERVICE AT UHURU GARDENS
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon Soipan Tuya on 8 April 2025 hosted Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Mr Felix Koskei at Uhuru Gardens National Monument and […]
OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF THE MAKUENI COUNTY VETERANS CHAPTER
The Kenya Defence Forces Veterans Association officially launched the Makueni Chapter of the Association. The event was led by the Former Chief of the Defence Forces, General (Rtd) Jeremiah Kianga, […]
CS DEFENCE HOSTS UK DEFENCE MINISTER
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon Soipan Tuya hosted The United Kingdom Secretary of State for Defence Hon John Healey who paid a courtesy call on her at the Defence […]
MILITARY ORDINARIATE OF KENYA COMMEMORATES JUBILEE DAY OF THE SICK
The Kenya Defence Forces Roman Catholic faithful commemorated the Jubilee of the sick and care givers at the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital (DFMH) on Sunday, 6th April 2025. The auspicious […]
KENQRF TROOPS TAKE PART IN JUNGLE WARFARE TRAINING
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), in collaboration with the Brazilian Jungle Warfare Mobile Training […]
TUFUZU PROGRAMME GRADUATION CEREMONY AT KNB MTONGWE
The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, presided over the graduation ceremony of the Tufuzu Youth Development Entrepreneurship Program (Cohort Three) on April 4, 2025. The event […]
KOELEL FORCES ACADEMY HOLDS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Koelel Forces Academy, located in Gilgil, recently held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), a key event that brings together the school fraternity, parents, and students. The AGM provides a platform […]
KENYA ARMY TROOPS TAKE LEAD IN TREE PLANTING EXERCISES
Kenya Army troops from the 78 Tank Battalion and the Kenya Army Corps of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering spearheaded tree planting exercises at Giaki Farm and Mathari National Teaching and […]
LAIKIPIA AIR BASE AND MASSACHUSETTS AIR NATIONAL GUARD STRENGTHEN TIES
On April 4, 2025, Brigadier Farah Mohamed, the Base Commander of Laikipia Air Base (LAB), hosted Major General Gary Keefe, the Adjutant General of the Massachusetts Air National Guard (MANG), […]
PRESIDENT RUTO ASSIGNS KDF TO OVERSEE KEY INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN NYANDARUA
President and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, today commissioned proposed infrastructure works at Ol Kalou Stadium and the new wing of JM Kariuki Memorial Hospital […]
MWAK MARKS WORLD AUTISM DAY 2025
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK), in collaboration with Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), joined the global community in commemorating World Autism Day 2025 under the theme ‘Advancing Neurodiversity’. The […]
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE EXPANDS CIVILIAN STAFF POLICY SENSITIZATION TO KENYA ARMY HEADQUARTERS
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) today extended its ongoing sensitization exercise on the Draft Defence Civilian Staff Policy (DCSP) to Kenya Army Headquarters and Defence Headquarters military personnel. The initiative, […]
KDF CONDUCTS CIMIC AT BODHEI JUNCTION
On 2 April 2025, Kenya Defence Forces troops under Operation Amani Boni (OAB) conducted a Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activity at Bodhei Junction Village, Lamu County. During the exercise, the troops […]
PAYING TRIBUTE: FALLEN KDF OFFICER RECEIVED AT JKIA
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) fraternity, led by the General Officer Commanding Eastern Command, Major General Luka Kutto, alongside family, friends, and colleagues, gathered at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport today […]
CS DEFENCE OFFICIALLY INAUGURATES C-IED COMPLEX
The Defence CS, Hon Soipan Tuya, on 2nd April 2025, officially inaugurated the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC)’s new modern Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Complex at the Humanitarian Peace […]
CDF CHAIRS 9TH NDU-K REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
General Charles Kahariri, Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) and Chairperson of the National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K) Council, chaired the 9th University Regular Council Meeting at the International Peace Support […]
KDF STEPS TO ENHANCE WELL-BEING OF STUDENTS IN NORTH RIFT SCHOOLS
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) donated assorted items to Churo Girls High School in efforts to enhance and better the well-being of the girl […]
MOI FORCES ACADEMY NAIROBI STAFF VISIT KENYA NAVY
Staff from Moi Forces Academy Secondary Division Nairobi visited Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe on 01 April 2025 for a familiarization tour. The visit aimed at enhancing their understanding of maritime […]
GOING GREEN AT GILGIL GARRISON
Kenya Army personnel at Kenyatta Barracks in Gilgil, have continued to upscale their efforts to grow trees in the military cantonment in a bid to ensure the area is well […]
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE RENEWS PARTNERSHIP
The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, hosted Major General Gary Keefe, Adjutant General of the Massachusetts National Guard, at Defence Headquarters in Nairobi for the renewal […]
PRESIDENT RUTO UNVEILS OMU SCHOOLS PROJECT
His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, officially opened newly rehabilitated classrooms at Ngarachi Comprehensive School in Laikipia County […]
SENIOR LEADERSHIP COMMAND COURSE CONCLUDES
The Deputy Commander Kenya Air Force, Brigadier Samuel Kipkorir, recently presided over the graduation ceremony for the Senior Leadership Command Course at Laikipia Air Base. The course was designed to […]
SECURING LIVES AT SEA
Kenya Navy Special Boats Unit (SBU) personnel stationed in Kenya Navy Base Manda Bay successfully rescued a capsized dhow named HUSNA on 30 March 2025 at around 0001 hours, off […]
CONCERTED EFFORTS TO END BANDITRY
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under Operation Maliza Uhalifu in collaboration with Caritas and Health Wise Foundation held a series of Key Leadership Engagement (KLE) and Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) […]
ITALIAN FRIGATE LUIGE RIZZO DELEGATION VISITS KENYA NAVY
Force Commander European Union Naval Force(EUNAVFOR) ATALANTA, Rear Admiral Davide Da Pozzo, along with a delegation from Italian Frigate LUIGE RIZZO, paid a courtesy call to the Deputy Commander Kenya […]
GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
On 28 March 2025, the Kenya Military Academy (KMA) staff and General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets from Intake 13/27, led by Lt Col Esther Kahiri, Head of Research, Standards, and […]
EID COMES EARLY FOR MAMA FATUMA GOODWILL CHILDREN’S HOME
Mama Fatuma Goodwill Children’s Home received an early Eid celebration as they were gifted with various goodies from the Muslim community at Moi Air Base (MAB). The team, led by […]
3RD SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE COMES TO AND END.
The Director National Security Industries, Major General Bernard Waliaula on 28 March 2025 officiated over the closing ceremony of the 3rd KDF Medical Scientific Conference, at the Emara Ole Sereni […]
KENYA SIGNAL COY 3 (KENSIG 3) TROOPS CONDUCTS JOINT FIRE DRILLS
On 28th March 2025, the Kenya Signal 3 Company (KENSIG 3), stationed at Himbi Camp in Goma town, conducted a joint fire-fighting drill alongside their counterparts, the Indian Rapid Deployed […]
COMMANDER COMBINED JOINT TASK FORCE – HORN Of AFRICA VISITS KENYA NAVY BASE MANDA BAY
Commander Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa (CJTF HOA), Major General Brian Cashman, visited Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Manda Bay on 27 March 2025. The visit aimed to […]
CDF DELIVERS KEYNOTE ADDRESS AT NIRU PUBLIC LECTURE
The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, delivered a keynote address at the inaugural public lecture hosted by the National Intelligence Research University (NIRU) on 27 March […]
CDF VISITS KDF SOLDIERS IN MOYALE AND ELWAK
Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, visited Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers deployed in Moyale, Marsabit County, and Elwak, Mandera County, this week. During his visit, he […]
MOD AUCTION NOTICE
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) will sell by Public Auction Casted Vehicles, Equipment and General Stores through the following tenders:- MOD/423(0701) 2024/25 – KNB Mtongwe (Mombasa Region) – 29 Apr […]
JUNIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE VISITS KENYA NAVY
Commander Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Mtongwe, Brigadier Abraham Biwot welcomed students and staff of the Junior Joint Command and Staff Course (JJCSC) at KNB, Mtongwe on 27 March 2025. The […]
KACEME OFFICERS’ REUNION
Serving and retired officers from the Kenya Army Corps of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (KACEME) held a mentorship get together today 27 March 2025 at Kahawa Garrison in Nairobi. The […]
ZAMBIA DEFENCE FORCES (ZDF) BENCHMARKING VISIT TO KENYA
A delegation from the Zambia Defence Forces (ZDF) recently visited Defence Headquarters, the National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K), and its Colleges to benchmark educational ecosystems and enhance mutual collaboration between the […]
NDU-K LAUNCHES NATIONAL SECURITY JOURNAL VOLUME 2, ISSUE 2
The National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K) officially launched Volume 2, Issue 2 of its National Security Journal on March 27, 2025, at the university’s Seat in Lanet, Nakuru. This milestone marks […]
3RD KDF MEDICAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE
Principal Secretary for Defence, Dr. Patrick Mariru, today presided over the opening ceremony of the 3rd KDF Medical Scientific Conference, held under the theme “Integrating Research and Innovation in Healthcare […]
JCSC HOSTS SYMPOSIUM ON THE RISE AND IMPACT OF DISINFORMATION
On March 26, 2025, the Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) in Karen, Nairobi hosted its second symposium, themed “The Rise of Disinformation and Its Impact on National Security.” The […]
MOD EMBARKS ON STAFF SENSITIZATION FOR THE PROPOSED DEFENCE CIVILIAN STAFF POLICY
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has commenced a staff sensitization exercise on the Draft Defence Civilian Staff Policy (DCSP) in the Coast region. The sensitization forums, held at the Kenya […]
KAF COMMANDER JOINS MUSLIM FRATERNITY FOR IFTAR
The Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General Fatuma Ahmed recently joined the KAF Muslim fraternity and their families for Iftar at the Moi Air Base Mosque. The event fostered […]
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY BONDS THROUGH CIMIC
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under Operation Amani Boni (OAB), tasked with securing the LAPSSET corridor, conducted a series of Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities in Garissa County. The […]
NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE PARTNERS WITH PARLIAMENT
The National Defence College (NDC), in collaboration with the Centre for Parliamentary Studies & Training (CPST), recently participated in a three-day capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening Kenya’s national security leadership […]
CS DEFENCE LEADS TREE-PLANTING INITIATIVE AT KONZA CITY
On March 26, 2025, the Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, accompanied by the Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General Fatuma Ahmed, presided over a large-scale tree-planting initiative […]
BISHOP OF THE MILITARY ORDINARIATE VISITS EMBAKASI GARRISON
The Bishop of the Military Ordinariate Rt. Rev Wallace Ng’ang’a paid a courtesy visit to Embakasi Garrison, Nairobi on 25 March 2025. The visit was part of the Bishop’s familiarization […]
COMMANDER KENYA NAVY LEADS SAILORS IN PHYSICAL READINESS TEST
Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno joined Kenya Navy Sailors in a Naval Physical Readiness Test (NPRT) held at the Kenya Navy Base, Mtongwe on 25 March 2025. The […]
CS DEFENCE CONVENES SECURITY MEETING
Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya today hosted a high-level security meeting at the Defence Headquarters, bringing together leadership from the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, led by Cabinet Secretary […]
DEFENCE CIVILIAN STAFF POLICY DELEGATION VISITS KENYA NAVY
Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, welcomed a delegation from the Defence Civilian Staff Policy at the Kenya Navy Headquarters in Mtongwe on 24 March 2025. The visit aimed […]
STRENGTHENING LOGISTICS OPERATIONS
The Base Commander of Moi Air Base, Brigadier Bernard Oluoch, officially inaugurated a three-day seminar for Logistics Warrant Officers and Senior Non-Commissioned Officers, and Junior Non-Commissioned Officers at Moi Air […]
BULAGALOL COMMUNITY SUPPORT INITIATIVE
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops, operating under Operation Amani Boni (OAB) and stationed at Bulagalol Forward Operating Base (FOB) conducted Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities reaching over 500 households in […]
BISHOP WORSHIPS WITH THE MOI AIR BASE COMMUNITY
On March 23, 2025, the Moi Air Base (MAB) community welcomed Bishop Wallace Ng’ang’a of the Military Ordinariate for a special worship service at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church. […]
JUNIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE VISITS MOI AIR BASE, NAIROBI
On 21 March 2025, Moi Air Base (MAB) hosted officers from the Junior Joint Command and Staff Course (JJCSC) 100/25 as part of their ongoing training program to enhance their […]
FOSTERING COLLABORATIVE SECURITY IN MANDERA COUNTY
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating in Mandera County recently conducted a Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) initiative at Iresuki village, Mandera Central Sub-County. During the engagement, community elders emphasized the negative […]
LAIKIPIA AIR BASE COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL HOSTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
On March 21, 2025, alumni of Laikipia Air Base (LAB) Comprehensive School conducted a mentorship program for Grade Nine students. The event began with a visit to the Base Headquarters, […]
COMMANDER KENYA NAVY JOINS MUSLIM FAITHFUL FOR IFTAR
Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, hosted an Iftar dinner for Muslim personnel of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in the Coast region at the Kenya Navy Mosque, Mtongwe, […]
EMPOWERING YOUNG MINDS
Students from Kenya Navy Comprehensive School embarked on an educational tour of Kenya Navy establishments and Kenya Shipyards Limited (KSL) on 21 March 2025. Aligned with the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), […]
JCSC DELEGATION PAYS COURTESY VISIT ON SEYCHELLES HEAD OF STATE
The Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC), currently on a regional study tour themed ‘Enhancing Regional Security through Strengthening Industrial Capacity and Defence Partnership’, visited the Republic of Seychelles on […]
KENYA AND AUSTRIA DEEPEN BILATERAL TIES
Defence Principal Secretary, Dr. Patrick Mariru, today hosted a delegation from Austria led by Dr. Arnold H. Kammel, Secretary General and Defence Policy Director at Austria’s Ministry of Defence. The […]
KENYA AIR FORCE HOLDS GRADUATION CEREMONY
On March 21, 2025, the Kenya Air Force (KAF) celebrated the graduation of the inaugural Para Rescue Jumper Pipeline Course 01/24 and the Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) Course 04/24. […]
MOYALE ODDA CAMP PARTICIPATES IN INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FOREST PLANTING
In observance of the International Day of Forest Planting on 21 March 2025, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops stationed at Moyale Odda Camp, joined other stakeholders in a tree-planting initiative […]
BISHOP LEADS CMA MASS AT KAHAWA GARRISON
On Friday, March 21, 2025, St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Church in Kahawa Garrison hosted the Diocesan Catholic Men’s Apostolate (CMA) Mass, coinciding with the Solemnity of St. Joseph, Husband of […]
MWAK HOSTS MALAWI DEFENCE FORCES SPOUSES FOR BENCHMARKING VISIT
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) had the honor of hosting the Malawi Defence Forces Spouse Association (MDFSA) in Nairobi for a benchmarking visit aimed at fostering collaboration and […]
KDF MARKS WORLD ORAL HEALTH DAY IN MAKUENI
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), in partnership with the Ministry of Health (MOH), joined the global community in celebrating World Oral Health Day at Nduluku Comprehensive School in Makueni County. […]
COMMANDER OAB VISITS TROOPS
Operation Amani Boni (OAB) Commander Brigadier William Kamoiro, accompanied by Superintendent of Police Mr. Sammy Rotich visited troops stationed at Mangai Border Patrol Unit, Mararani Special Operations Group, and Basuba […]
NAIROBI REGION KDF MUSLIMS OBSERVE GRAND IFTAR
The Nairobi Region KDF Muslims, in collaboration with the DHQ Muslim Community, observed the Holy Month of Ramadan with reverence and devotion on March 19, 2025. The Grand Iftar took […]
EX JITEGEMEE XXVI FLAGS-OFF
Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, on 20 March 2025, flagged off Kenya Navy Ship (KNS) JASIRI and KNS SHUPAVU on EX JITEGEMEE XXVI at the Kenya Navy Fleet, […]
ROYAL VISIT: KING WILLEM-ALEXANDER AND QUEEN MÁXIMA AT IPSTC
As part of their State Visit to Kenya, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands visited the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) in Karen, Nairobi. The visit underscored […]
ENHANCING TRAINING CAPACITY FOR KENYA AIR FORCE
The Kenya Air Force (KAF) marked a significant milestone as the Commander KAF presided over the graduation ceremony of the Qualified Flying Instructors (QFI) Course No. 13/24. The event, held […]
CS DEFENCE HOLDS BILATERAL TALKS
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, today held bilateral talks with the Kingdom of the Netherlands’ Minister for Defence, Mr. Ruben Brekelmans, at the International Peace Support and […]
DEFENCE ATTACHÉ ASSOCIATION OF KENYA VISITS KENYA NAVY
A delegation from the Defence Attaché Association of Kenya (DAAK), on 19 March 2025, visited the Kenya Navy Headquarters in Mombasa. The delegation, led by the Canada Defence Attaché to […]
MONUSCO FORCE COMMANDER VISITS KENYAN TROOPS IN DR CONGO
On 19 March 2025, the Force Commander of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), Lieutenant General Ulisses De Mesquita Gomes, conducted a […]
NETHERLANDS DEFENCE MINISTER VISITS NDU-K
Mr. Ruben Brekelmans, Minister for Defence of the Royal Kingdom of the Netherlands, visited the National Defence University – Kenya (NDU-K) at its Seat in Lanet, Nakuru, for the official […]
KING WILLEM-ALEXANDER AND QUEEN MÁXIMA GRACE CLIMATE TALKS IN NAIVASHA
As part of their state visit to Kenya, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands attended the Water, Peace, and Climate Security Conference in Naivasha on Wednesday, March 19, […]
CS DEFENCE APPEARS BEFORE SENATE
On March 19, 2025, Defence Cabinet Secretary (CS) Hon. Soipan Tuya reaffirmed the Ministry of Defence’s (MoD) commitment to safeguarding Kenya’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Appearing before the Senate plenary […]
KDF LAUNCHES MEDICAL CAMPAIGN AT DFMH
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), in support of the national campaign for World Oral Health Day, has launched a comprehensive medical initiative aimed at improving the oral hygiene of its […]
DHQ CAU CONDUCTS DEFENCE FORCES PHYSICAL READINESS TEST
On 18th March 2025, the Defence Headquarters Camp Administration Unit (DHQ CAU) conducted its Defence Forces Physical Readiness Test (DFPRT) at the Kenya Army Headquarters’ Ngao Garden Grounds. The DFPRT […]
ENHANCING KENYA’S MARITIME SECURITY THROUGH TRAINING
Kenya – United States Liaison Office (KUSLO) and the United States Naval Forces (NAVAF), in partnership with the Kenya Navy, conducted a Joint maritime operation in the Western Indian Ocean […]
ROYAL COUPLE OF THE NETHERLANDS VISITS KENYA
His Excellency Hon. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, today received Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima Zorreguieta of the […]
DRIVE FOR A HEALTHY FORCE
Defence Principal Secretary, Dr. Patrick Mariru together with the Director of Medical Services (DMS) Major General (Dr) George Nganga on 17 March 2025 held a consultative collaborative meeting with the […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE VISITS UNITS, INDUSTRIES, AND DEPARTMENTS
In February and March, the Senior Joint Command and Staff Course 40-2024/2025 embarked on visits to various strategic installations across the country. Led by College Commandant Maj Gen Eric Kinuthia, […]
CHEMOLINGOT HOST THANKSGIVING CEREMONY
Residents of Chemolingot in Tiaty today expressed their gratitude to the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) in a thanks giving ceremony graced by Commander […]
HONORING LEGACY
In a show of recognition and appreciation, Senior Officers from the Kenya Army Corps of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (KACEME) paid a courtesy visit to the home of Brigadier (Retired) […]
KDF PARTNERS WITH MOH FOR HEALTH CHECKUPS
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recently partnered with the Ministry of Health (MOH) at Afya House, to provide essential health services for their staff ahead of World Oral Health Day, […]
JAPAN MARITIME SELF DEFENCE FORCES VISIT KENYA NAVY
Deputy Commander Kenya Navy, Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa, hosted a delegation from Japan comprising Commander Minesweeper Division Three, Captain Shinsuke Amano, along with the Commanding Officer Japan Ship (JS) BUNGO (MST-464), […]
KDF MARKS WORLD KIDNEY DAY
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) fraternity today, joined the rest of the world in marking World Kidney Day, at the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital (DFMH). World Kidney Day is celebrated […]
DESACCO 6TH ANNUAL MEETING: DRIVING FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT FOR KDF PERSONNEL
The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General (Gen) Charles Kahariri, on Thursday 13th March 2025 presided over the 6th Defence Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited (DESACCO) Annual Delegates […]
KDF STEPS TO ENHANCE LIVELIHOODS OF NORTH RIFT RESIDENTS
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under Operation Maliza Uhalifu engaged in a series of Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities aimed at enhancing the quality of livelihoods of residents in the […]
DESACCO HOLDS 6TH ANNUAL DELEGATES MEETING
The Defence Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (DESACCO) commenced its 6th Annual Delegates Meeting (ADM) on 12 March 2025 at the Humanitarian Peace Support School in Embakasi, Nairobi. The two-day […]
SENIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE VISITS KENYA NAVY
Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC), Major General Eric Kinuthia, on 11 March 2025, led Senior Joint Command and Staff Course students and Staff Officers for a familiarization tour […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE VISITS TO KENYAN INDUSTRIES
The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College – Karen Maj Gen Eric Kinuthia this week led a delegation of faculty and student officers for a visit to various industries at […]
KENYA AIR FORCE & ITALIAN AIR FORCE STRENGTHEN TIES
On 11th March 2025, Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) Major General Fatuma Ahmed, welcomed Lieutenant General Luca Goretti, Commander of the Italian Air Force (Aeronautica Militare), for his inaugural visit […]
NCTC AND OAB CONDUCT COMMUNITY POLICING CAMPAIGN AND SENSITIZATION WORKSHOP
The National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), in collaboration with Operation Amani Boni (OAB) under the core sponsorship of the Government of Japan through the International Organization for Migration (IOM), conducted […]
AFFIRMING OPERATIONAL READINESS
The Deputy Commander Kenya Army, Major General Mohamed Nur Hassan visited Kenya Army troops deployed in Forward Operation Bases in Wajir and Mandera Counties. While addressing the troops Maj Gen […]
KENYA AND ITALY STRENGTHEN DEFENCE RELATIONS
Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, today hosted a delegation from the Italian Air Force at Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. The delegation was led by Lieutenant General […]
DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS MUSLIM COMMUNITY DONATES IFTAR
The Office of the Principal Imam on behalf of the KDF Muslim fraternity this week donated Iftar to two widows of former KDF Principal Imams, in symbolic acts of kindness […]
PRESIDENT RUTO COMMISSIONS RIVER REGENERATION ENGINEERING WORKS
His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya, officially launched the Social Housing and Associated Infrastructure project aimed at protecting, restoring, rehabilitating, and beautifying the Nairobi Rivers […]
KDF GIVES ASSISTANCE TO OLDONYO ENGER RESIDENTS
The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) Maj Gen Eric Kinuthia on 7th March 2025 commissioned the Oldonyo Enger (Olepolos) borehole in Kajiado County. The borehole was constructed by […]
KDF SHINES IN THE KENYA OPEN FULLBORE CHAMPIONSHIP
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel claimed multiple titles on the final day of the 86th edition of the Kenya Open Fullbore Championship, held at the Laikipia KDF Range in Nanyuki. […]
DIAR AWARDS RECOGNISE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE FOR EXCELLENCE
The Ministry of Defence has been feted with a Certificate of Recognition for its unwavering role in enhancing ethnic representation in its workforce. The Ministry emerged a Finalist as the […]
COMMANDER CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER BRIGADE INSPECTS NORTH RIFT PROJECTS
On Wednesday, 5 March 2025, Brigadier Joseph Mutua, Commander Construction Engineer Brigade, conducted an inspection tour of ongoing school and borehole projects in the North Rift under Operation Maliza Uhalifu. […]
CDF EXTENDS RAMADAN WISHES TO ALL MUSLIMS
The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, has once again extended his heartfelt wishes to all Muslim personnel as they observe the holy month of Ramadan. During […]
DHQ CATHOLIC CHURCH OBSERVES ASH WEDNESDAY
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) fraternity from St Peter and Paul Catholic Church at Defence Headquarters, Nairobi, joined the Catholic community around the world in observing Ash Wednesday, a day […]
INVESTITURE OF RANKS AS NEW KAFSM TAKES POST
The Kenya Air Force held a colourful Investiture of Ranks ceremony to mark the appointment of the new Kenya Air Force Sergeant Major (KAFSM), Warrant Officer Class One (WOI) Leparsalach […]
DEFENCE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY APPEARS BEFORE PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE
Defence Principal Secretary Dr. Patrick Mariru today appeared before the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations at the Parliament Buildings to present the budget estimates as stipulated in […]
CS DEFENCE VISITS THE PRIME CABINET SECRETARY
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Soipan Tuya held a meeting with the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign & Diaspora Affairs, H.E Musalia Mudavadi where they discussed […]
KDF HEALTH STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGEMENT AT DEFENCE HEADQUATERS
The Kenya Defence Forces Directorate of Medical Services (DMS) today held a health stakeholder’s seminar at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The seminar that incorporated the Chief of Medical Services Brigadier […]
BISHOP PAYS COURTESY CALL ON COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE
On 3rd March 2025, the Bishop of the Military Ordinariate of Kenya, Bishop Wallace Nga’ng’a, paid a courtesy call on Commander Kenya Air Force, Major General Fatuma Ahmed, at the […]
USHERING IN THE HOLY MONTH OF RAMADHAN
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Muslim fraternity at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi, held a special Ramadhan sermon on Monday, 3rd March 2025, joining Muslims worldwide in ushering in the Holy […]
OUR LADY OF HOLY ROSARY CHURCH HOLDS YOUTH MASS
The Kenya Defence Forces Roman Catholic faithful celebrated the Nairobi Deanery Military Youth Mass at Our Lady of Holy Rosary Catholic Church at Embakasi Barracks on Sunday, 2nd March 2025. […]
KDF CYBER TEAM WINS GLOBAL CYBER DEFENCE CHALLENGE
Kenya’s Defence Cyber Team, in collaboration with the United Kingdom Army Signal Regiment, has emerged as the global winner at this year’s Defence Cyber Marvel (DCM) – a large-scale cyber […]
JCSC HOSTS A DELEGATION FROM PAKISTAN NAVY WAR COLLEGE
The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College, Maj Gen Erick Kinuthia, recently hosted a delegation of the 54th Pakistan Navy Staff Course at the College Headquarters. The delegation, headed by […]
FORMER DFSM LAID TO REST
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) fraternity, family and friends gathered in Nyakach Bugo Sub-County, Kisumu County, for the burial of the late retired Defence Forces Sergeant Major (DFSM) Warrant Officer […]
DEFTEC CELEBRATES UNITY, FITNESS, AND DIVERSITY AT THE 2025 SPORTS AND CULTURAL DAY
The Defence Forces Technical College (DEFTEC) recently held its annual Sports and Cultural Day at Moi Air Base (MAB), Nairobi, bringing together students, instructors, and service members in a vibrant […]
MOD CONDUCTS BPR TRAINING TO ENHANCE SERVICE DELIVERY
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has conducted a five-day training on Business Process Reengineering (BPR) aimed at equipping its staff with critical skills to analyse and optimize execution processes for […]
REQUIEM MASS FOR FORMER DFSM WARRANT OFFICER CLASS 1 ELIJAH ASPRO KORANGA
A requiem mass was held today at the Kenya Military Academy (KMA) in Lanet for the late former Defence Forces Sergeant Major (DFSM), Warrant Officer Class 1 (WO1) Elijah Aspro […]
KDF CONDUCTS JOINT AND COMBINED ARMS FIRE-POWER EXERCISE
The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, joined the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in a Joint and Combined Fire-Power Exercise at Larisoro, Samburu County. This exercise marked the […]
KENYA COAST NATIONAL POLYTECHNIC VISITS KENYA NAVY
A delegation from Kenya Coast National Polytechnic (KCNP) visited Kenya Naval Training College (KNTC), Mtongwe, for a benchmarking tour on 27 February 2025. Upon arrival, the delegation was received by […]
JCSC COURSE VISIT JOINT TASK FORCE HEAQUARTERS
The Faculty and course participants of Senior Joint Command and Staff Course No. 40 of 2024/2025 visited the Joint Task Force Headquarters (JTF HQs) in the field at Embakasi Garrison […]
PROMOTING THERAPY IN KDF MEDICAL FACILITIES
On behalf of Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General David Tarus, the Kenya Army Medical Corps Headquarters donated chess boards to the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital (DFMH) on February 26, 2025. […]
TRAINING AS AN OPERATIONS ENABLER
The Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General David Tarus, recently visited several Army training institutions in the Isiolo region. The four-day visit, which began on Monday, 24 February 2025, aimed to […]
DEFENCE FORCES AMATEUR BOXING ASSOCIATION HOLDS TROPHY PRESENTATION CEREMONY
On February 26, 2025, the Defence Forces Amateur Boxing Association(DEFABA) hosted a trophy presentation ceremony at Jamhuri Park, to celebrate the team’s winning of the National Boxing League for the […]
NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE HOSTS DISTINGUISHED LECTURE BY ESTEEMED DIPLOMATS
The National Defence College (NDC) on 26th Feb 2025, hosted a high-level lecture of opportunity featuring two globally renowned diplomats, Ambassador Jendayi E. Frazer and Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield. Attended by […]
DFRTS HOSTS ELDORET REGION WELFARE SEMINAR
Defence Forces Recruits Training School (DFRTS) hosted a one-day welfare seminar for Eldoret region based units. The seminar was officially opened by the Comdt DFRTS, Brig John Kipya. The participants […]
54TH PAKISTAN NAVY STAFF COURSE VISITS KENYA NAVY
A delegation from the 54th Pakistan Navy Staff Course visited Kenya Navy (KN) Headquarters and the Kenya Shipyards Limited (KSL) Mombasa, on 25 February 2025. During the visit, the head […]
MOI AIR BASE HOSTS INTER-WINGS FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
The Moi Air Base (MAB) fraternity concluded a week-long inter-wings football tournament on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, with the Kenya Air Force Training Wing (KTW) and Technical Wing (TW) emerging […]
KDF, CIGNA HEALTH CARE PARTNERSHIP
In a significant move to improve learning conditions within Langata Barracks, Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Musau recently hosted representatives from Cigna Health Care to assess the status of facilities and programs […]
KDF TROOPS CONSTRUCT WATER PAN AT SARIRA VILLAGE
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops deployed to secure the LAPSSET road project under the Operation Amani Boni (OAB) framework, recently finalised the construction a water pan at Sarira village […]
KENYA NAVY BASIC DIVER COURSE KICKS OFF
Commandant Kenya Naval Training College (KNTC), Colonel Benson Karuimbo, led the opening ceremony for the Kenya Navy Basic Diver Course 03/25 on 24 February 2025, at KNTC grounds in Mtongwe, […]
COMMANDER FRENCH ARMY BASE VISITS DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS
Vice-Chief of the Defence Forces (VCDF), Lieutenant General John Omenda on Tuesday 25 February 2025 hosted Major General Sebastian Vallette, the Commander French Armed Forces Base in Djibouti and his […]
KENYA AIR FORCE AND CENTRAL FLYING SCHOOL EXPAND FLIGHT TRAINING COLLABORATION
On 25th February 2025, the Kenya Air Force (KAF) Headquarters hosted a delegation from the Royal Air Force, Central Flying School (CFS), led by the Commandant, Group Captain David Flyn. […]
ACDF P&L HOLDS BILATERAL TALKS WITH PAKISTAN NAVY WAR COLLEGE DELEGATION
Assistant Chief of the Defence Forces Personnel and Logistics (ACDF P&L), Major General David Keter, hosted a delegation from the 54th Pakistan Navy Staff Course, led by Commodore Ehsan Ahmed […]
GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
Kenya Defence Forces troops operating under Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) embarked on a series of Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities to build positive relationships with local communities, thereby gaining their trust […]
BASE COMMANDER LAB GRACES 115TH SCOUT FOUNDER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS
The Base Commander of Laikipia Air Base (LAB), Brigadier Mohamud Farah, represented the Chief of the Defense Forces at the 115th Scout Founder’s Day celebrations on 22 February 2025. The […]
CUTLASS EXPRESS 2025 CONCLUDES
The Cutlass Express 2025 maritime exercise officially concluded on 21 February 2025 with a closing ceremony in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Commander Kenya Navy Base Manda Bay, Brigadier Lazarus Wafula, […]
LEARNING TOGETHER, DEFENDING TOGETHER: EXERCISE JUSTIFIED ACCORD 2025 COMES TO AN END
Vice Chief of the Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General John Omenda presided over the closure of Exercise Justified Accord 25 (JA25) Field Training Exercise (FTX) on 21 February 2025 at […]
EAC CHIEFS OF DEFENCE FORCES HOLD MEETING ON SECURITY SITUATION IN EASTERN DRC
The Chiefs of Defence Forces (CDFs) from East African Community (EAC) Member States gathered today in Nairobi to discuss the ongoing security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo […]
KENYA NAVY JOINS EXERCISE KOMODO 2025
Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, took part in the 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK), held from 15 to 22 February 2025 in Bali, Indonesia. This year’s MNEK, […]
STRATEGIC COLLABORATION AND OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOR AFRICAN AIR FORCES
Commander of the Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General Fatuma Ahmed along with other KAF officers, recently participated in the 14th African Air Chiefs Symposium (AACS) in Lusaka, Zambia. Hosted […]
DEFENCE PS ASKS PARLIAMENT FOR ADEQUATE FUNDING TO ENHANCE KENYA’S SPACE CAPABILITIES
Defence Principal Secretary Dr. Patrick Mariru has asked the Members of National Assembly to consider the Ministry’s proposal for monetary request to establish a state-of-the-art space Centre to enhance Kenya’s […]
ENHANCING HEALTHCARE FOR KDF PERSONNEL: DEFMIS TRUST DEED REVIEW MEETING
Commandant Defence Forces Recruits Training School, Brigadier John Kipya, accompanied by Board of Officers constituted to collect views on the Defence Forces Medical Insurance Scheme (DEFMIS) Trust Deed Review, visited […]
JUSTIFIED ACCORD 2025 COMES TO AN END WITH DISTINGUISHED VISITORS’ DAY
The Joint Multinational Command Post Exercise (CPX) of the Justified Accord 2025 (JA25) held at the Humanitarian Peace Support School in Embakasi concluded on 20th February 2025. Distinguished Visitors (DV) […]
KDF CONDUCTS MEDICAMP AT SINAI FOB
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops deployed under Operation Amani Boni, led by the Commanding Officer Sinai Forward Operating Base Lieutenant Colonel G N Ndungu conducted a medical camp at Sinai […]
DEFENCE CABINET SECRETARY TOURS KAHAWA GARRISON
The Cabinet Secretary (CS) Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, today visited Kahawa Garrison to familiarize herself with the operations of various formations and units based there, as well as their critical […]
MOD CONDUCTS INDUCTION TRAINING FOR AUDIT COMMITTEE
The Ministry of Defence (MoD), through its Audit Department, conducted a five-day induction training for its Audit Committee, aimed at equipping its members with the knowledge necessary to ensure the […]
UN ENVOY LAUDS KENYAN TROOPS IN DRC
The United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Coordinator for improving the UN’s response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), Christian Saunders, has praised Kenyan troops serving under the United Nations Organization Stabilization […]
KENYA ARMY CORPS OF SIGNALS CHESS TOURNAMENT
On 15 January 2025, the Kenya Army Corps of Signals (KACS) hosted its inaugural chess tournament at the School of Signals (SOS) in Kahawa Garrison. The event aimed to integrate […]
KENYA-UGANDA MILITARY RELATIONS
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Chief of Strategic Plans and Policy (SP&P), Brigadier Samwel Kimani, and the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) Joint Staff Plans and Strategy, Major General Don […]
BASE COMMANDER MOI AIR BASE LAUNCHES CBC PRESCHOOL CLASSROOMS
Brigadier Bernard Oluoch, Base Commander Moi Air Base (MAB) and Patron of Moi Air Base Primary and Junior Secondary School (JSS), officially inaugurated the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) classrooms at Moi […]
COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE HOSTS LT. COL. PAUL TERGAT
The Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General Fatuma Ahmed, hosted former marathon world record holder, Lt. Col. Paul Tergat, at the KAF Headquarters in Nairobi. Maj. Gen. Ahmed warmly […]
MILITARY WIVES ASSOCIATION OF KENYA AND FAMILY BANK LAUNCH THE 3RD COHORT OF TUFUZU PROGRAM
Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) , under the leadership of Mrs Grace Kahariri , in partnership with the Family Group Foundation on 17 January 2025 launched the 3rd Cohort […]
NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE HOLDS ANNUAL CULTURAL DAY
Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General David Tarus, led the National Defence College (NDC) fraternity and invited guests in celebrating the annual NDC Cultural Day on 18 January 2025. The event […]
KENYA AIR FORCE HOSTS SJCSC COURSE PARTICIPANTS
On Thursday, 16th January 2025, the Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General Fatuma Ahmed, welcomed participants of the Senior Joint Command and Staff College (SJCSC) course to the KAF […]
NDC COURSE PARTICIPANTS CLEAN UP NAIROBI RIVER
The National Defence College (NDC) Course Cohort 27 (2024/2025) engaged in a clean-up exercise along the Nairobi River on Tuesday, 14th January 2025. This initiative was part of the college’s […]
ENHANCED SECURITY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT FOR THE LAPSSET PROJECT
Commander Operation Amani Boni, Brigadier Joel Maiyo, recently visited the ongoing Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia-Transport (LAPSSET) project. Multi-agency teams have played a pivotal role in advancing the LAPSSET Corridor Project, a […]
COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE MEETS WO2 HELLEN OBIRI
The Commander of the Kenya Air Force, Major General Fatuma Ahmed, on 13th January 2025 met with Warrant Officer 2 (WO2) Hellen Obiri, the 2024 Boston Marathon Champion, at the […]
JCSC CELEBRATES CENTENARY MILESTONE WITH OPENING OF COURSE NO. 100 OF 2025
The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC), Major General Eric Kinuthia, officially inaugurated Junior Joint Command and Staff Course No. 100 of 2025 (100/25) on Monday, January 13, 2025, […]
CHAMPIONS TRIUMPH IN THE KENYA DEFENCE FORCES CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 44th edition of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Cross Country Championships was held today, Friday, January 10, 2025, at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Lang’ata. The event brought together […]
KENYAN AND INDIAN BATTALIONS SUCCESSFULLY CONDUCT JOINT FIRE DRILL IN GOMA, DRC
The Kenya Signal Company 3 (KENSIG-3), deployed under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), in collaboration with the Indian Rapid Deployment Battalion […]
THANKSGIVING CEREMONY FOR RETIRED KDF CHAPLAINS
The Anglican Church, under the Military Episcopate, recently held a thanksgiving service to honor two retired Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) chaplains, Rev. Colonel (Rtd) Alfayo Lelei and Rt. Rev. Major […]
OAB TROOPS ENHANCE EDUCATION IN LAMU AND GARISSA COUNTIES
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers deployed under Operation Amani Boni (OAB) recently completed key education improvement projects in Garissa and Lamu counties. The troops handed over four renovated classrooms and […]
HQ KENYA ARMY NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
The Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General David Tarus, joined Headquarters Kenya Army personnel for New Year celebrations on Wednesday, 8 January 2025, at Ngao Gardens. The event underscored the troops’ […]
ST. PETER AND PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH LAUNCHES JUBILEE YEAR OF PRAYER 2025
On January 5, 2025, the Bishop of the Military Ordinariate of Kenya, Rt. Rev. Wallace Ng’ang’a, presided over the launch of the Jubilee Year of Prayer 2025 at Saint Peter […]
KDF PARTNERS WITH COUNTY MEDICS AT LOMELO
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU), in collaboration with Ministry of Health representatives from Turkana County and Kapedo Dispensary, conducted a one-day medical camp and […]
KNB MANDA BAY VISITS ANIDAN.K CHILDREN’S HOME
In the spirit of giving during the festive season, personnel from the Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Manda Bay visited Anidan.K Children’s Home in Wiyoni, Lamu Island, Lamu County, on January […]
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY BONDS
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops stationed at Kokenye Military Camp, Turkana County, marked the New Year with a humanitarian civil assistance initiative for the local community. The sub-unit visited […]
FIRST ADJUTANT OF 3 KENYA RIFLES VISITS LANET BARRACKS
On Monday, 30th December 2024, Colonel (Rtd) John Hamlyn Bryant, the first Adjutant of the 3 Kenya Rifles (3 KR), visited the unit at Lanet Barracks in Nakuru County. He […]
KDF TROOPS FOSTER PEACE IN NORTH RIFT BY ENGAGING YOUTHS
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) visited young boys transitioning to manhood at the Africa Inland Church School in Chemoligot, Baringo County. During the visit, […]
KAHAWA GARRISON GIVES DONATION
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel from Kahawa Garrison Barracks, led by the Kahawa Garrison Admin Officer, Captain Adannur Mohamed Ibrahim, recently donated assorted food items and diapers to parents of […]
MAB SPREADS CHRISTMAS CHEER
The Moi Air Base fraternity recently brought holiday cheer, spreading love and generosity to widows of Kenya Air Force (KAF) soldiers and children at Mother Teresa Children’s Home in Huruma […]
TWO-DAY KDF MEDICAL CAMP FOR RESIDENTS OF OROLWO AND CHEWARA
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU), in collaboration with medical teams from Medical Mission Africa (MeMA) and Kingdom Builders International, conducted a two-day medical camp […]
CDF VISITS THE KENYA NAVY HOSPITAL
Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, visited the Kenya Navy Hospital (TKNH) on December 24, 2024, at the Kenya Navy Base, Mtongwe. The visit formed part of […]
MOI AIR BASE PARTICIPATES IN TREE PLANTING EXERCISE
On 23rd December 2024, Kenya Air Force soldiers from Moi Air Base (MAB) took advantage of the ongoing rains by participating in a tree planting activity at Konza City, Machakos […]
INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE VISITS KENYA NAVY BASE, MANDA
The Inspector General (IG) of Police, Mr. Douglas Kanja, visited the Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Manda on December 23, 2024, during his working tour of troops deployed in Operation Amani […]
REAFFIRMING OPERATIONAL READINESS AHEAD OF MISSION TRANSITION
Deputy Army Commander (DAC) Major General Mohamed Nur Hassan visited Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) from 21-22 December 2024. The […]
CDF VISITS 30 SPECIAL FORCES REGIMENT
The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, recently visited the 30 Special Forces Regiment at their barracks. This visit was part of his end-of-year tour to assess […]
NDC CONDUCTS STUDY VISITS
Participants of Course 27 of 2024/2025 from National Defence College (NDC), a College of National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K), recently conducted National Study Visits that covered public and private sector institutions […]
KDF SPONSORED SCHOOLS ACROSS THE COUNTRY RECIEVE CHESS TRAINING
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), launched a four-day chess training program on 17th December 2024 at various KDF-sponsored schools across the country. The program targets KDF-sponsored schools in the Nairobi, […]
KDF TROOPS ENGAGE YOUTH IN RUQA
On December 18, 2024, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops stationed at Ruqa Forward Operating Base (FOB), led by BC Maj Ougo, participated in various Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities with local […]
KENYA NAVY USHERS IN THE FESTIVE SEASON
The Kenya Navy (KN) celebrated the festive season with a heart-warming Christmas Carols event at Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe on December 20, 2024. The occasion was led by Commander Kenya […]
COMMANDER COMBINED TASK FORCE 150 VISITS KENYA NAVY
Commodore Asim Sohail Malik, Commander of Combined Task Force 150 (CTF 150) from the Pakistan Navy, paid a courtesy call on Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa, Deputy Commander of the Kenya Navy, […]
COMMANDER KENYA ARMY ASSERTS MISSION ACCOMPLISHMENT AND FAMILY LIFE
Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General David Tarus visited troops in Western Command from 18th – 20th December 2024. The visit was aimed at reviewing the year’s activities with a view […]
SHAPING THE FUTURE OF MILITARY WELFARE: DEFWES LAUNCHES STRATEGIC PLAN AND NEW MALL
On Thursday, December 19th, 2024, Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya, accompanied by Chief of the Defence Forces General Charles Kahariri (also Chairman of the Board of Directors of Defence […]
77 ARTILLERY BATTALION’S NOBLE GESTURE OF APPRECIATION
In a heartfelt expression of gratitude for years of dedicated service, personnel from the 77 Artillery Battalion, led by Unit Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Peter Mugwika, recently pooled resources to […]
15 KR VISIT TO WO1 (RTD) HAMUD ABDALLA SAID
The 15 Kenya Rifles (15 KR), led by the Unit Commanding Officer (CO) Lieutenant Colonel Japhet Lairumbi, visited retired Army Sergeant Major (ASM) Warrant Officer Class 1 (WO1) Hamud Abdalla […]
PS EDUCATION LAUNCHES CBC CLASSROOMS AT EMBAKASI GARRISON
On 18th December 2024, the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Basic Education, Dr. Belio Kipsang, officially inaugurated Grade 9 Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) classrooms at Embakasi Garrison Primary School […]
DEFENCE CABINET SECRETARY VISITS KENYA AIR FORCE HEADQUARTERS
The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, visited the Kenya Air Force (KAF) Headquarters in Nairobi County to gain a deeper understanding of the Air Force’s operations, organizational […]
BRINGING SEASON’S CHEER
On 17 December 2024, the Kenya Army Corps of Signals (KACS) visited the Father’s Shelter Children’s Home in Mumbi Location, Githurai Sub County, Kiambu County. The visit provided the Corps […]
DAC MESSAGE ON LEADERSHIP AND MISSION READINESS
On 16 December 2024, Deputy Army Commander (DAC) Major General Mohamed Nur Hassan visited Kenya Army troops in the Nanyuki and Isiolo regions. The visit aimed to boost the troops’ […]
PS MOD SIGNS PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS WITH HEADS OF DEPARTMENT
On December 16, 2024, Dr. Patrick Mariru, the Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Defence (MOD), signed Performance Contracts (PCs) with the Heads of Department (HODs) for the Financial Year […]
JUNIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE 099/24 OFFICIAL CLOSING CEREMONY
The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 99 of 2024 comprising of 47 participants from the three Services of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) graduated on 13 Dec 24 at […]
KENYA NAVY CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF SERVICE
On Saturday, 14th December 2024, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, presided over the 60th Anniversary celebrations of […]
CS DEFENCE LEADS TREE PLANTING INITIATIVE AT DONGO KUNDU
Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, on 13 Dec 2024 led a tree-planting exercise at Dongo Kundu in Kwale County, supporting the government’s ambitious goal of planting over 15 […]
DELEGATION FROM JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC), KAREN VISITS SENIOR COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (SCSC), KIMAKA
A delegation led by the Deputy Commandant/ Chief Instructor, JCSC, Brig D K Chesire paid a visit to SCSC, Kimaka, Uganda from 09 to 11 December 2024. The team which […]
WAJIR AIR BASE HONOURED WITH THE PRESIDENTIAL AND REGIMENTAL COLOUR
His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), conferred Presidential and Regimental Colours to Wajir Air Base (WAB) during […]
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE CONDUCTS PERFORMANCE EVALUATION FOR 2023/24 FINANCIAL YEAR
This week, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) carried out its Performance Evaluation for the 2023/24 financial year. The evaluation, conducted at Defence Headquarters, was led by officers from the Public […]
LANET AND KAHAWA TEAMS SHINE AT THE KENYA ARMY CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
The Kahawa and Lanet athletics teams emerged as the overall winners at the 3rd edition of the Kenya Army Cross Country Championships, both scoring 74 points during the event held […]
KENYA AIR FORCE COMMANDER MAKES YEAR-END VISIT TO LAIKIPIA AIR BASE
On December 10, 2024, the Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) visited Laikipia Air Base (LAB) to join officers, service members, and their families in celebrating the unity, dedication, and strength […]
CS DEFENCE INSPECTS ONGOING KDF HOUSING WORKS
The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, today conducted an inspection tour of the ongoing Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Housing Project in Roysambu, Nairobi. This project, a phased […]
GOC WESTCOM VISITS SOLDIERS IN NORTH RIFT
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) West Command, Major General Jeff Nyagah, visited the Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) area in the North Rift region today, where he was briefed on the […]
KDF PARTICIPATES IN EASTERN AFRICA SCOUTS EDUCATION CAMP
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has partnered with the Kenya Scouts Association (KSA) to host the Eastern Africa Education Camp and Youth Forum at the Rowallan National Scouts Camp in […]
KDF PERSONNEL VISIT THE GOOD SAMARITAN CHILDREN’S HOME
In the spirit of giving back to the community, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel drawn from Embakasi Garrison, recently visited the Good Samaritan Children’s Home at Soweto,Kayole in Nairobi […]
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE HOLDS WORKSHOP FOR PRODUCTIVITY MAINSTREAMING CHAMPIONS
The Ministry of Defence (MoD), through its Department of Policy, Strategy, and Planning, organized a four-day workshop for Productivity Mainstreaming Champions aimed at reviewing the Ministry’s productivity metrics for the […]
O’RANGERS REUNION
On 7th December 2024, officers of the 9th Battalion, the Kenya Rifles (9KR), popularly known as O’Rangers, gathered at Moi Barracks in Eldoret for a reunion. The event, graced by […]
KENYA NAVY HOLDS FAMILY DAY CELEBRATIONS
The Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, led personnel in a Family Day celebration at Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro Stadium in Mtongwe on December 7, 2024. The event, a prelude […]
KENYA NAVY 60-KILOMETER WALK CHALLENGE: CELEBRATING SIX DECADES OF SERVICE
On December 6, 2024, personnel from the Kenya Navy, including officers and service members, took part in a 60-kilometer walk in Mombasa. The event, which marked a prelude to the […]
WAJIR AIR BASE SAFETY AND SECURITY WEEK CONCLUDES
Wajir Air Base (WAB), in collaboration with various security agencies, successfully concluded its Safety and Security Week on 6th December 2024. Themed “Elevating Safety, Inspiring Confidence,” the event emphasized the […]
MOD EMERGES WINNER AT FiRe AWARDS
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been recognized as the top performer among all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) for its accountability and prudent use of resources at this year’s […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE, KAREN HOLDS THE CHIEF INSTRUCTOR’S RUN AT LANGATA GARRISON
The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 099/24 held a CI’s run on Thursday 06 Dec 24, at Langata Garrison. The competitors, including the faculty, staff, and Student Officers, were […]
ENHANCING COHESION AND INTEGRATION THROUGH SPORTS
Commander of Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU), Brigadier S.M. Huria, today launched the 2024 Sports for Peace – Baringo Chapter at Chemolingot grounds. The event, organized by the Multi-Agency Security team, […]
3 KENYA RIFLES CELEBRATE UNIT’S VETERANS
On December 5, 2024, the 3 Kenya Rifles (3KR), led by Unit Commanding Officer (CO) Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col) Geoffrey Ndung’u, visited retired Warrant Officer Class 1 (WO1) Dismas Masila […]
COMMANDER KAF GRACES STRATHMORE GRADUATION CEREMONY
On 6th December 2024, Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General (Maj Gen) Fatuma Ahmed, was the chief guest at an Executive Education Graduation Ceremony at Strathmore University. Themed “Legacy […]
EMPOWERING KDF WIDOWS
On the 5th December 2024, Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) conducted a widows empowerment seminar for the Eldoret Chapter members at 9th Battalion the Kenya Rifles (9KR) in Eldoret […]
COASTAL REGION MILITARY VETERANS OUTREACH
On 3rd December 2024, Major General (Rtd) Lucas Tumbo, Chairperson of the Military Veterans Advisory Committee, and Brigadier Moses Leriari, Director General of the Directorate of Military Veterans (DMV), held […]
JCSC COMMEMORATES THE WORLD AIDS DAY
Brig D K Chesire, the Deputy Commandant/Chief instructor JCSC led the commemoration of the World Aids day at the Joint Command and Staff College on 2 December 2024. The event […]
KDF IN TREE PLANTING DRIVE IN TURKANA
In a decisive step in enhancing environmental sustainability, KDF troops from Bravo Company, 31 Mechanized Infantry Battalion (31MIB), stationed in Lodwar, participated in a tree-planting exercise at Loturerei Mixed Secondary […]
PAKISTAN NAVY SHIP MAOWIN PAYS A COURTESY CALL TO KENYA NAVY
Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, hosted a delegation from Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) Maowin on Wednesday, 04 December 2024, in his office at the Kenya Navy Headquarters, Mombasa. […]
KENYA ARMY LEADERSHIP ADDRESSES WELFARE, DISCIPLINE, AND EMERGING CHALLENGES
On 4th December 2024, Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General David Tarus led an engagement meeting with soldiers to address key issues impacting the force, including welfare, discipline, and emerging challenges. […]
HEAD OF PUBLIC SERVICE VISITS UHURU GARDENS
The Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Mr. Felix Koskei on 3rd December 2024 made a familiarization visit at the Uhuru Gardens National Monument and Museum (UGNM&M) in […]
CISM MAKES AN INSPECTION VISIT OF 16TH WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP VENUES
The International Military Sports Council (Conseil International du Sport Militaire – CISM), President of CISM Golf Committee, Major Cameron Lowdon recently visited Diamonds Leisure Beach and Golf Resort in Diani, […]
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE LAUNCHES AUDIT COMMITTEE TO STRENGTHEN GOVERNANCE AND ACCOUNTABILITY
The Ministry of Defence today launched a Ministerial Audit Committee, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance. The Committee was inaugurated by Defence […]
STRENGTHENING KENYA’S TIES WITH INDIA
On 4 December 2024, the Chief of the Defence Forces hosted the Indian High Commissioner to Kenya, H.E. Ms. Namgya Khampa, at the Defence Headquarters. During their discussions, the leaders […]
COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE MAKES VISITS EMBAKASI AIR BASE
On 3rd December 2024, Major General Fatuma Ahmed, Commander of the Kenya Air Force (KAF), paid her inaugural visit to Embakasi Air Base (EAB). She was warmly received by the […]
COMMANDER KENYA ARMY VISITS FORWARD OPERATING BASES
The Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General David Tarus, recently visited the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops deployed under Operation Amani Boni (OAB) at various Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) in the […]
DEFENCE MINISTRY SIGNS PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS
The Defence Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Soipan Tuya, has signed Performance Contracts (PCs) for the 2024/25 Financial Year with Defence Principal Secretary Dr. Patrick Mariru, along with Chairpersons and Chief Executive […]
KDF EMERGENCY MEDICAL TEAMS INDUCTION TRAINING
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Director of Medical Services, Major General George Ng’ang’a, presided over the closing ceremony of the Emergency Medical Teams (EMT) Induction Training for KDF medical practitioners […]
DEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEE ON DEFENCE, INTELLIGENCE, AND FOREIGN RELATIONS VISITS KENYA NAVY
On 30 November 2024, the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence, and Foreign Relations conducted a familiarization tour of the Kenya Navy. The visit aimed to assess the progress of capital […]
KENQRF LAUDED FOR PROMOTING A SAFE AND ETHICAL OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) troops serving under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) have been commended for exemplary measures to curb Sexual Exploitation […]
STRENGTHENING REGIONAL MARITIME SECURITY
Deputy Commander Kenya Navy (KN), Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa, recently represented the Kenya Navy Commander at the 7th High-Level Meeting on Implementing the Jeddah Amendment to the Djibouti Code of Conduct […]
CURTAINS FALL FOR 2ND AFRICA MILITARY GAMES
His Excellency, the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima, presided over the closing ceremony of the second Africa Military Games on 30 November 2024 at the […]
COLLEGE CONTROL BOARD MEETS AT THE JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC), KAREN
The Vice Chief of the Defence Forces, Lieutenant General J M Omenda on Friday 29 November 2024 chaired a College Control Board meeting whose membership includes the PS Defence, Service […]
BUILDING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY FOR KWALE RESIDENTS
On 28 November 2024, the Kenya Navy (KN) hosted a free medical camp at Kinango Sub-County Hospital in Kwale County. The initiative was part of the preparations for the Kenya […]
COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE VISITS NATIONAL AIR SUPPORT DEPARTMENT
On 28th November 2024, the Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General Fatuma Ahmed visited to the National Air Support Department (NASD). The NASD, administered by the Kenya Defence Forces, […]
ULINZI TAEKWONDO TEAM SPREADS CHEER
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Ulinzi Taekwondo team, under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar, representing the Base Commander of MOI Air Base, visited Mama Fatuma Goodwill Children’s Home in […]
KENYA HOSTS 5TH SPACE4WOMEN MEETING
On November 27, 2024, Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Honourable Soipan Tuya, officially opened the 5th Edition of the Space4Women Expert Meeting, the first-ever to be held in Africa, whose aim […]
KENYA AIR FORCE GRADUATES NEW PILOTS
On Wednesday, 27 November 2024, Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) Major General Fatuma Ahmed, presided over the graduation ceremony for the Ab-Initio Pilot Training Courses ACE 02 and ACE 04 […]
TEAM KENYA BLAZING PERFORMANCE AT 2ND ALL AFRICA MILITARY GAMES
On 26th November 2024, the quest for more medals in All Africa Military Games in Abuja Nigeria bore fruits as the world cross country gold medalist in Belgrade Serbia Cpl […]
CS TUYA LEADS MOD TEAM IN TREE PLANTING
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Honorable Soipan Tuya, today led staff from the Ministry of Defence (MoD), alongside the local community, in a tree-planting exercise at Sururu Forest, Nakuru County. […]
MAROON COMMANDOS CELEBRATE REGIMENTAL DAY
The 7th Battalion the Kenya Rifles (7KR), popularly known as the Maroon Commandos, marked their Regimental Day with a vibrant celebration at Lang’ata Garrison, Nairobi County. The event, themed “Honouring […]
KDF CHAPLAINCY HOSTS YOUTH MENTORSHIP SEMINAR
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Chaplaincy recently organized an interfaith youth mentorship seminar at Mariakani Garrison in Kilifi County, focusing on moral and spiritual development for young participants. Led by […]
NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE VISITS KDF HEADQUARTERS
The National Defence College (NDC) Course 27-24/25, consisting of senior military officers from 15 countries, civilian representatives from Kenyan government ministries, state departments, and members of other security agencies, visited […]
COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE BREAKS GROUND FOR AIR WOMEN ACCOMMODATION PROJECT
On Monday 25th November 2024, the Commander of the Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General Fatuma Ahmed, led the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Air Women Accommodation project at Moi […]
KENYA SHINES AT THE AFRICA MILITARY GAMES IN ABUJA
Kenya continues to excel at the ongoing 2nd Africa Military Games in Abuja, Nigeria, emerging as a standout force in athletics, shooting, and boxing. In shooting, the Kenyan women’s team […]
REMEMBERING THE UNREMEMBERED
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), led by Deputy Commander Kenya Navy, Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa, recently took part in the 8th annual East African Campaign Remembrance Week held in Taita Taveta […]
U.S. AFRICOM COMMANDER VISITS KENYA’S DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS
On 25 November 2024, the Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, and Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, hosted U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley, Commander […]
CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES 2024 GOLF CUP
Over 200 golfers from various clubs across Kenya participated in the 2024 Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) Cup at the Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort. This prestigious […]
MWAK-BETHANY KIDS PARTNERSHIP
On November 21, 2024, Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) Chairperson, Mrs. Grace Kahariri, hosted a meeting with representatives from Bethany Kids Organization. The purpose of the meeting was to […]
KENYA AIR FORCE TRAINING WING CONCLUDES DRILL AND DUTY COURSE
On Thursday, 21st November 2024, Brigadier Stephen Kapkory, the Base Commander of Embakasi Air Base, presided over the graduation ceremony for Drill and Duty Course 11/24. The event took place […]
KDF BOXERS AND SHOOTERS SHINE IN ABUJA
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) athletes have continued to excel at the Africa Military Games in Abuja, Nigeria. On Friday, November 22, 2024, KDF boxers and shooters demonstrated outstanding performances in […]
KENYAN BOXER ADVANCES TO SEMIFINALS IN AFRICA MILITARY GAMES
The Kenya Defence Forces advanced their campaign at the 2024 2nd Africa Military Games in Abuja with a powerful performance as reigning African middleweight boxing champion, Sgt Edwin “Ocox” Okong’o, […]
NDU-K CELEBRATES ITS 2nd GRADUATION CEREMONY
The National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K) celebrated its 2nd Convocation today at its main campus in Lanet, Nakuru. The ceremony, embodying NDU-K’s commitment to equipping defence and security professionals with top-tier […]
FREE MEDICAL CAMP FOR LAMU COUNTY RESIDENTS AHEAD OF KENYA NAVY @ 60
On 21st November 2024, the Kenya Navy’s medical team conducted a free medical camp in Kizingitini, Pate Island, Lamu County. This event, organized as part of the Kenya Defence Forces’ […]
JCSC PARTICIPANTS VISIT KENYA NAVY
On 20 November 2024, participants from the Junior Joint Command and Staff Course (JJCSC) 099/24, based at the Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) in Karen, paid an official visit […]
DEFENCE CABINET SECRETARY HOSTS CZECH AMBASSADOR FOR DEFENCE COOPERATION TALKS
On 21 November 2024, the Defence Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Soipan Tuya, welcomed the Czech Ambassador to Kenya, Her Excellency Ms. Nicol Adamcova, at the Defence Headquarters. The meeting focused on […]
SENIOR LEADERSHIP COURSE CONCLUDES WITH GRADUATION CEREMONY
On November 20, 2024, Brigadier Abraham Biwot, Commander Kenya Navy Base in Mtongwe, presided over the graduation of the Senior Leadership Course (SLC) 02 for the 2024/2025 Financial Year, held […]
MOI AIR BASE HOSTS KDF END-YEAR FITNESS CHALLENGE
On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, Moi Air Base (MAB) was bustling with energy as the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) held their End-Year Fitness Challenge. The event was led by Lieutenant […]
KDF TROOPS IN DRC FOSTER PEACE THROUGH SPORTS
On 20 November 2024, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) hosted a friendly football match with Matembo […]
ALL AFRICA MILITARY GAMES ABUJA 2024 OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED
The second edition of the All-Africa Military Games Abuja (AMGA) 2024 was officially launched at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, Nigeria, on November 20, 2024. The opening ceremony, […]
KDF PARTICIPATES IN A FREE MEDICAL CAMP AT MARIAKANI
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel stationed at Mariakani Garrison recently participated in a medical camp at Mabati Medical Centre in Mariakani, where they provided essential healthcare services to residents from […]
KENYA DEFENCE FORCES ARRIVE IN ABUJA FOR ALL-AFRICA MILITARY GAMES
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) sports team has landed safely at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, Nigeria, to participate in the second edition of the Africa Military Games, set to […]
PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE ON DEFENCE VISITS EMBAKASI AIR BASE
On 18th November 2024, the Parliamentary Committee on Defence, Intelligence, and Foreign Relations, led by Honourable Nelson Koech, visited Embakasi Air Base (EAB) to assess its operational readiness and review […]
REVIEW OF STADIA PROGRESS FOR 2027 AFCON PREPARATION
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya welcomed a delegation from the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, led by Cabinet Secretary Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen, to assess the progress […]
CS DEFENCE VISITS KENYA ARMY HEADQUARTERS
On 18th November 2024, the Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, visited the Kenya Army Headquarters in Nairobi. This visit served as a familiarization and orientation tour, aimed at […]
KENYA NAVY UPDATES KPA ON NAVY AT 60 PREPARATIONS
On 15 November 2024, Brigadier Abraham Biwot, Commander Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe, paid a courtesy visit to the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing Director, Captain William Ruto, at his office […]
REGIMENTAL ADMIN OFFICERS COURSE 04/24 CLOSING CEREMONY
A twelve-week Regimental Admin Officers Course (ORAC) 04/24, featuring 35 officers from various Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Services, concluded recently at Mariakani Garrison. The course aimed to equip the Officers […]
COMMUNITY SUPPORT: PRIORITIZING LOCAL NEEDS IN RAS KAMBONI
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops, stationed under Operation Amani Boni (OAB) at the Ras Kamboni Forward Operating Base, recently contributed two 10,000-litre water tanks to support local mosques amid […]
KMA PARTICIPATES IN COMMUNITY SERVICE
On 15 November 2024, the Kenya Military Academy (KMA) staff and General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets from Intake 12/25, led by Colonel Eric Lovega, the Commanding Officer of the Cadets […]
KDF SQUASH TOURNAMENT FINALS: A SHOWCASE OF SKILL AND FITNESS
On November 14, 2024, Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General David Tarus officiated the finals of the 2024 Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Squash Tournament at the Defence Headquarters Squash Court. The […]