DEFABA EMERGES VICTORIOUS IN THE NATIONAL LEAGUE
The Defence Forces Amateur Boxing Association of Kenya (DEFABA) emerged victorious in the just concluded 4th leg of the national league which was held at Nanyuki. Stakes were high in […]
KENCON TROOPS UNDER EACRF COMMENCE EXIT FROM DRC
The East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) has began exiting troops from Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The first group of the Kenya Contingent (KENCON) troops left Goma International […]
CDF LAUDS EACRF TROOPS FOR REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla has commended troops under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) troops for achieving significant milestones since their deployment in the […]
KDF JOIN THE WORLD IN OBSERVING WORLD AIDS DAY
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) joined the international community in observing thel World Aids Day (WAD) themed “Let the Community Lead” at Kenya Military Academy (KMA) in Lanet, Nakuru. This […]
PS DEFENCE APPEARS BEFORE THE PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE ON DELEGATED LEGISLATION
Defence Principal Secretary Mr Patrick Mariru has today 1 December 2023, appeared before The National Assembly Committee on Delegated Legislation, for clarifications on the proposed Public Finance Management (Ulinzi Prime […]
COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE COMMENCES END OF YEAR TOUR AT MOI AIR BASE
Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) Major General John Omenda on Wednesday, 29th November 2022 visited Moi Air Base (MAB) Nairobi. During the visit, Commander KAF inspected various departments and premises […]
DFCS HOLDS NATIONAL MILITARY YOUTH CONFERENCE IN MOMBASA
Defence Forces Chaplaincy Service(DFCS) officially inaugurated a five-day Anglican Church (AC) Military Episcopate National Military Youth Conference at Moi Forces Academy, Mombasa on Tuesday 28 November 2023. Over 420 youths […]
MWAK MENTORS YOUTH DURING NATIONAL MILITARY YOUTH CONFERENCE IN MOMBASA
Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) Chairlady Mrs Aileen Ogolla on 29th, November, 2023. presided over youth mentorship program at Moi Forces Academy, Mombasa . The week long annual National […]
NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE STUDENTS ON STUDY VISIT AT DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS
The Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla, has today 28th November 2023 hosted the National Defence College (NDC) course 26-2023/2024 participants at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The NDC staff […]
COMMANDER KENYA NAVY VISITS SAILORS AT SHIMONI MARSS STATION
Major General Jimson Mutai, Commander Kenya Navy today paid a visit to sailors at Shimoni Maritime Surveillance Squadron (MARSS) Station in Kwale County. The Commander’s visit intended to bolster military […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) PARTNERS WITH KINGDOM BANK IN TREE GROWING EVENT
JCSC partnered with the Kingdom Bank to plant trees within the College environs. The Commandant Maj Gen E M Kinuthia and Kingdom Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mr. […]
KDF EMERGES VICTORIOUS IN INTER DISCPLINE FORCES TAEKWONDO LEAGUE
Moi Air Base hosted the Inter discipline forces Taekwondo League today, 22nd November 2023 which ended after fierce competition that saw teams from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), General Service […]
CDF OPENS THE MILITARY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CONFERENCE
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla today opened this year’s Military Christian Fellowship of Kenya (MCFK) Conference at the Kenya School of Government in Nairobi under the […]
SENIOR AND JUNIOR LEADERSHIP COURSE TRAINING COMMENCES
Deputy Commander Kenya Navy Brigadier Yahya Abdi today, presided over the opening ceremony of Senior and Junior Leadership Courses in Mariakani, Kilifi County. The aim of the leadership courses is […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN FOOTBALL FINALS COMPETITION
JCSC students of Course 39 of 2023/24 participated in Inter Syndicates football finals on Wednesday 15 November 2023 which is part of the College sports series. The Event was graced […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) CLASS OF 2022/2023 GRADUATES IN FIRST NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY KENYA (NDU-K) GRADUATION
The Joint Command and Staff College Students of Course 38-2022/2023 comprising 59 officers from the Kenya Defence Forces and Allied countries formed the First Graduates of the National Defence University-Kenya […]
MWAK CONDUCTS PRE-DEPLOYMENT COUNSELLING FOR SAILORS AND THEIR FAMILIES
Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) led by the Chairlady Mrs. Aileen Ogolla jointly with the Compensation and Welfare Department from Defence Headquarters today conducted pre-deployment counselling […]
KENYA AIR FORCE PARTNERS WITH WAJIR COUNTY GOVERNMENT AND THE KENYA RED CROSS IN RELIEF FOOD DISTRIBUTION
The Kenya Air Force (KAF) in partnership with the Kenya Red Cross and Wajir County government participated in a food distribution exercise in Wajir County. The aim of the exercise […]
NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY-KENYA MARKS FIRST GRADUATION CEREMONY
The National Defence University-Kenya Chancellor, H.E Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of Defence Forces today presided over the 1st graduation ceremony of […]
MWAK CELEBRATE WORLD ORPHANS DAY 2023
Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) led by the Chairperson Mrs. Aileen Ogolla joined KDF Orphans and their guardians in celebrating World Orphans Day at Ulinzi Sport Complex in Lang’ata […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) PARTNERS WITH NATIONAL BANK OF KENYA (NBK) IN TREE PLANTING AND GROWING EVENT
JCSC partnered with the NBK to plant trees within the College presincts. The Commandant Maj Gen E M Kinuthia and NBK representative Director Marketing, Corporate Communications and Citizenship Bernadette Ngara […]
NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY-KENYA 1ST GRADUATION
The National Defence University-Kenya will convene the 1st congregation to confer certificate degrees and award diplomas on Friday 17th November 2023, in Lanet Nakuru County. The event will be presided […]
CS DUALE HOLDS BILATERAL TALKS WITH HIS ITALIAN COUNTERPART
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale who is on an official visit in Rome, Italy held bilateral talks with the Minister for Defence from the Republic of Italy the Right […]
CS DUALE VISITS THALES ALENIA SPACE IN ITALY
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today held talks with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Thales Alenia Space Italia Mr Massimo Claudio Comparini during his official visit in Rome, […]
VICE CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES OBSERVES NATIONAL TREE PLANTING EXERCISE IN KAJIADO
The Vice Chief of the Defence Forces Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi, observed the nationwide tree planting exercise in Kajiado West Technical and Vocational College in Kimuka, Kajiado West Constituency. The […]
OMU TROOPS PARTICIPATES IN THE NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY
‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ troops deployed in Mukutani FOB in conjunction with the locals participated in the National Tree Planting Day at Mukutani in Baringo County The exercise which is in […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) PARTICIPATES IN THE NATIONAL TREE GROWING PROGRAMME
The Commandant JCSC Maj Gen E M Kinuthia led the College faculty, staff and students in the Nationwide Tree Planting Programme on 13 November2023.
KENYA ARMY PARTICIPATES IN THE NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY
Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Peter Njiru and his deputy Major General (Maj Gen) David Tarus today led the Kenya Army fraternity in the National Tree Planting Day […]
KENYA NAVY OBSERVES NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY
Kenya Navy personnel joined other Kenyans today in observing National Tree Planting Day at Kenya Navy Bases (KNB) Mtongwe, Manda Bay in Lamu and Tudor Creek in Jomvu, Mombasa. Brigadier […]
GEN OGOLLA SPEARHEADS NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY IN ISIOLO
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Francis Ogolla, led Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops in observing the National tree planting day in 78 Tank Battalion in Isiolo county. The […]
COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE LEADS PERSONNEL IN TREE PLANTING EXERCISE
Commander of the Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General John Omenda, spearheaded a nationwide tree-planting initiative, bringing together KAF personnel from diverse wings. The tree-planting effort spanned multiple counties, including […]
PS DEFENCE SPEARHEADS TREE PLANTING EXERCISE IN NAKURU COUNTY
On behalf of the Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale, the Principal Secretary for Defence, Mr. Patrick Mariru today officiated tree planting exercise in Nakuru County. During the exercise, […]
GO GREEN BY PLANTING TREES ..
Senior Directing Staff Air National Defence College Maj Gen Fatuma Ahmed on behalf of the commandant NDC led the course participants and staff in a tree planting exercise conducted in […]
CS DUALE HOSTS US SENATORS FOR BILATERAL TALKS
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today hosted a delegation of Senators from the United States (US) led by Hon. Markwayne Mullin and the US Ambassador to Kenya […]
VCDF HOSTS RWANDA’S COMMANDER OF THE MECHANISED DIVISION
The Vice Chief of Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi today held talks with the Commander of Mechanised Division from the Rwanda Defence Forces Major General Wilson Gumisiriza who […]
COMMANDER KENYA ARMY HOSTS PAKISTAN GENERAL AT HEADQUARTERS KENYA ARMY
Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General Peter Njiru on Wednesday, 8th November 2023 hosted the Pakistan Director General Foreign Military Cooperation Major General Muneer-Ud-Din for bilateral talks at the Headquarters Kenya […]
MOI AIR BASE HOSTS ANNUAL FITNESS CHALLENGE
Moi Air Base (MAB) hosted the annual Kenya Defence Force’s (KDF) fitness challenge which saw the convergence of various personnel to test their fitness levels. The event, which was held […]
COMMANDANT JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE ATTENDS AFRICAN CONFERENCE OF COMMANDANTS
The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC-KAREN) Maj Gen E M Kinuthia attended the 17th African Conference of Commandants (ACoC) held in Kampala, Uganda between 31 Oct to 04 […]
CS DUALE HOSTS CZECH PRIME MINISTER AT DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale hosted the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic HE. Prof. Petr Fiala for bilateral talks, at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The two leaders discussed […]
CS DUALE EXPRESSES CONFIDENCE IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE TO DELIVER STADIUMS THAT MEET FIFA STANDARDS
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has exuded confidence in the commitment of the Ministry of Defence to deliver four state-of-the-art stadiums that meet the FIFA standards to host the […]
CS DUALE RECEIVES CZECH PRIME MINISTER AT NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today hosted the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, His Excellency Prof. Petr Fiala during his visit to the National Defence College (NDC) in […]
PRINCIPAL SECRETARY FOR DEFENCE APPEARS BEFORE THE DEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEE ON DEFENCE, INTELLIGENCE AND FOREIGN RELATIONS
The Principal Secretary for Defence Mr. Patrick Mariru today appeared before the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations to deliberate on the Supplementary Estimates No.1 for FY 2023/24 […]
PRESIDENT RUTO OFFICIATES THE OPENING OF THE 27TH ANNUAL PEACEKEEPING CONFERENCE
His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, the President of the Republic of Kenya and the Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces today virtually opened the 27th annual Conference of International Association […]
COMMISSIONING OF NEW CATHOLIC MEN APOSTOLATE (CMA) MEMBERS
Today the Military Ordinariate of Kenya Catholic Men Apostolate, (CMA) held a Commissioning Mass at St Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church at the Defence Headquarters. The Commissioning involved the […]
FORMER GOC HANDS OVER CHURCH TO MAVUI RESIDENTS
Former General Officer Commanding Western Command (GOC WestComm) Major General (Rtd) Joseph Kivunzi on Sunday 29 October 2023 handed over a 200-capacity African Inland Church (AIC) he constructed in Mavui, […]
KING CHARLES III AND QUEEN CAMILLA VISIT KENYA NAVY BASE MTONGWE
His Excellency Dr William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander -in- Chief of the Defence Forces today received Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla at […]
THE KING AND THE QUEEN REMEMBER AFRICA’S NON-COMMEMORATED AT COMMONWEALTH WAR GRAVES COMMISSION CEMETERY IN NAIROBI
Their Majesties marked their second day State visit to Kenya with a visit to the Commonwealth World War II Graves at Kariokor, Nairobi where they laid wreaths to remember the […]
IPSTC FETED BY JAPANESE AMBASSADOR FOR ITS CONTRIBUTION TO PEACE AND STABILITY
The International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) was today feted with the Ambassador’s Commendation by the Japanese Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Okaniwa Ken as the two countries commemorate the […]
KING CHARLES III TOUR UHURU GARDENS NATIONAL MONUMENT AND MUSEUM ON HIS MAIDEN VISIT TO KENYA
His Excellency William Samoe Ruto, PHD, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Defence Forces (C-in-C) today received King Charles III, King of the United […]
CS DUALE HOSTS UKRAINIAN DEPUTY SPEAKER
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today hosted the first Deputy Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada (Parliament) of Ukraine, H.E Oleksandr Serhiyovych Korniyenko who paid him a courtesy […]
CDF JOINS CADETS FOR AN EARLY MORNING RUN
Chief of Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla today Friday 27 October 2023 broke off from his busy schedule to join senior cadet officers for a daily morning jog at the […]
NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY-KENYA HOSTS INAUGURAL NATIONAL CYBER-SECURITY SYMPOSIUM
The Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Information Communications and the Digital Economy Hon. Eliud Owalo today Thursday 26 October 2023 graced the Inaugural National Security Symposium themed Enhancing Cyber […]
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY BONDS AND NURTURING EDUCATION IN BONI, LAMU
Operation Amani Boni personnel together with 8th Brigade Commander, Brigadier David Chesire visited primary schools in Lamu County including Milimani, Basuba, Mangai, and Mararani respectively. The visit served to fortify […]
CS DUALE HOSTS AUSTRIAN FEDERAL MINISTER FOR LABOUR
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today hosted the Austrian Federal Minister for Labour and Economy, His Excellency Dr. Martin Kocher who paid him a courtesy visit at […]
KDF JOINS KENYANS IN CELEBRATING THIS YEAR’S MASHUJAA DAY
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) today, participated in the 60th edition of Mashujaa Day celebrations which was presided over by the Commander in Chief of the Defence Forces and President […]
PRINCIPAL SECRETARIES FROM DEFENCE AND SPORTS MINISTRIES LAY GROUND FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF STADIUMS
Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru has hosted his counterpart from the State Department for Sports Eng. Peter Tum at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi to lay ground for the construction of […]
KENYA SIGNALS COMPANY TROOPS HONORED WITH SERVICE MEDALS IN GOMA, EASTERN DRC.
In an event filled with pomp and colour,the Kenya Signals Company troops who are part of the Kenya Defence Forces, deployed under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the […]
GOC EASTCOMM VISITS BAURE FORWARD OPERATING BASE
General Officer Commanding the Eastern Command (GOC EastComm) Major General Juma Mwinyikayi today visited KDF troops stationed at Baure Forward Operating Base. During the visit, Major General Mwinyikayi applauded the […]
‘OMU’ MULTI AGENCY TEAM CONTINUES TO HEIGHTEN JOINT PATROLS IN THE NORTH RIFT REGION
Operation Maliza Uhalifu ‘OMU’ Multi agency team conducted a joint patrol in the areas of Akwichatis, Nasorot and Napukot in Baringo County. The team involved troops from the Kenya Defence […]
PS MARIRU LEADS MINISTRY’S HODs IN LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Defence Principal Secretary, Mr Patrick Mariru is leading the Heads of Department from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and their deputies in a week-long training in Leadership and Productivity Management […]
CS DUALE LEADS SENIOR KDF AND NDU-K OFFICIALS IN LAUNCHING UNIVERSITY JOURNAL
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today launched Volume 1, Issue 2 of the National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K) Journal at the National Defence College in Karen, Nairobi. The […]
PRESIDENT RUTO JOINS KDF IN MARKING THIS YEAR’S KDF DAY CELEBRATIONS
The President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Defence Forces, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, today led the Kenya Defence Forces in celebrating KDF […]
KENYA NAVY SAILORS CELEBRATE KDF DAY 2023
Kenya Navy Sailors today joined other Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Services in celebrating the twelfth KDF Day at Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe. KDF Day is observed annually to Commemorate the […]
DEFENCE FORCES FOOTBALL REFEREEING COURSE COMES TO A CLOSE AT MOI AIR BASE
The three (3) week basic coaches course conducted by the Defence Forces Football Association (DFFA) at the Ulinzi Sports Complex came to a close today and saw the graduation of […]
KENYAN CONTINGENT EMPOWERS DHOBLEY TEENAGE GIRLS ON INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THR GIRL CHILD
The Kenyan contingent, operating within the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) from Sector II in Dhobley, collaborated with the Dhobley Community Based Organization (CBO) to commemorate the International […]
FIB COMMANDER BRIGADIER ALFRED MATAMBO VISITS KENYA QUICK REACTION FORCE SERVING UNDER MONUSCO IN BENI DRC
In a gesture of solidarity and support, the Force Intervention Brigade (FIB) Commander, Brigadier Alfred Matambo, paid a significant visit to the Kenyan Quick Reaction Force (QRF) deployed under the […]
DEPUTY COMMANDER KENYA ARMY VISITS TROOPS SCHEDULED FOR PEACE KEEPING OPERATIONS IN DRC
Deputy Commander Kenya Army Major General David Tarus, on 12 October 2023, visited troops in Isiolo who are set to travel for peace keeping operations in the Democratic Republic of […]
SENIOR LEADERSHIP COMMAND COURSE PARTICIPANTS GRADUATE AT 15 KR IN MARIAKANI
The Commander Kenya Navy Fleet,Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa on Thursday 12th October 2023 presided over the graduation ceremony for Senior Leadership Command (SLC) course participants at 15 Kenya Rifles (KR) in […]
PS MARIRU HOSTS ITALIAN SPACE AGENCY PRESIDENT FOR BILATERAL DELIBERATIONS
The Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has today hosted the Italian Space Agency (ASI) President, Prof. Teodoro Valente and his delegation from the Italian Government, for a meeting at […]
CS DUALE HOSTS EU SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held talks with the European Union Special Representative for the Horn of Africa (HoA) Her Excellency Dr. Annette Weber who paid him […]
DEFENCE FORCES MEDICAL INSURANCE SCHEME HOLDS MEDICAL CAMP FOR RETIRING AND RETIRED KDF PERSONNEL
Defence Forces Medical Insurance Scheme (DEFMIS), held a medical outreach for its members at the Laikipia Air Base, Nanyuki. The exercise targeted retired KDF personnel and their families residing in […]
GENERAL OGOLLA, CHIEF OF KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SPEAKS ON KENYAS’ PARTICIPATION IN PEACE OPERATIONS
Kenya through the International Peace Support Training Centre, will host the 27th International Association of Peacekeeping Training Centres Annual Conference from 6th to10th November 2023. The theme for this years’ […]
KDF TROOPS CONDUCT CIMIC ACTIVITIES FOR THREE SCHOOLS IN EMBAKASI
KDF troops stationed at Kenya Army Corps of Aviation (KACA), led by Col Antony Maina, today took part in various Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities for the various schools located at […]
KDF FAMILIES MARK WORLD CEREBRAL PALSY DAY
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK), joined Kenya Defence Forces families to celebrate the World Cerebral Palsy Day, at the Defence Forces Wellness Centre (DFWC) in Langata Garrison, Nairobi. […]
PRESIDENT RUTO COMMISIONS MV UHURU II AT KENYA SHIPYARDS LIMITED KISUMU
The President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Defence Forces, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto today, officiated the commissioning and maiden launch of MV […]
MWAK HOLDS MENTORSHIP AND FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT SEMINAR AT MOI AIR BASE
The military wives association of Kenya (MWAK) conducted a mentorship and financial empowerment program at Moi Air Base, targeting spouses of serving, retired and deceased Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel […]
CABINET APPROVES THE ESTABLISHMENT OF PEACE SUPPORT FUND
The Cabinet Chaired by the President, His Excellency Dr. William Ruto has approved the establishment of Peace Support Operations (PSOs) Fund which shall be critical in enabling the military deploy […]
FIB COMMANDER BRIGADIER ALFRED MATAMBO VISITS KENYA QUICK REACTION FORCE SERVING UNDER MONUSCO IN BENI DRC
In a gesture of solidarity and support, the Force Intervention Brigade (FIB) Commander, Brigadier Alfred Matambo, paid a significant visit to the Kenyan Quick Reaction Force (QRF) deployed under the […]
HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT CONCLUDES WEEK-LONG SENSITIZATION FOR CIVILIAN STAFF
The Department of Human Resource Management and Development (HRM&D) has wrapped up a five-day mentorship and sensitization programme for civilian staff working in Nanyuki, Laikipia and Isiolo military establishments. The […]
CABINET APPROVES ULINZI PRIME HEALTH SERVICES FUND
The Cabinet under the leadership of His Excellency Dr. William Ruto has approved various bills among them Ulinzi Prime Health Services (UPHS) Fund. The UPHS was established by the Defence […]
CS DUALE EXUDES CONFIDENCE IN KDF’S EFFORTS IN FIGHTING TERRORISM
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has said the ongoing expansion and modernization of the Kenya Defence Forces systems and posture shall be critical in detecting and countering the Improvised […]
CS DUALE UNDERSCORES THE MILESTONES MADE IN FIGHT AGAINST AL-SHABAAB
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has underscored the significant gains made by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in restoring peace, security and stability not only in Kenya but also […]
CS DUALE HOLDS TALKS WITH THE CZECH REPUBLIC AMBASSADOR
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held bilateral talks with the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Kenya Her Excellency Ms. Nicol Adamcovà who paid him a courtesy […]
MWAK EMPOWERS COAST REGION KDF SPOUSES AND WIDOWS
Military Wives Association of Kenya(MWAK) today concluded a two-day mentorship and financial empowerment programme to spouses of serving, retired and deceased Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) families at Kenya Navy Base […]
KMA CADETS CONDUCT COMMUNITY SERVICE AT UPENDO CHILDREN’S HOME
The Kenya Military Academy (KMA) Cadets intake 12/25, led by the Commandant Officer Cadet School (OCS), Colonel Joseph K Nzioka, on 26 September 2023 conducted Community Service at Upendo Children’s […]
COMMANDER COMBINED TASK FORCE (CTF) 150 VISITS ACDF OPD & T
Captain Yannic Bossu of the French Navy, together with his delegation paid a courtesy call to Assistant Chief of Defence Forces in charge of Operations, Plans, Doctrine and Training (ACDF […]
GATES OFFICIALLY OPEN AT THE 2023 NITF
His Excellency President William Samoei Ruto today officially opened the Nairobi International Trade Fair (NITF) 2023 at the Jamhuri Park Showground in Nairobi. This year’s Trade Fair themed: Promoting Climate […]
INDO–PACIFIC ARMY CHIEFS CONFERENCE
Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General Peter Njiru is attending the Indo–Pacific Army Chiefs Conference in India. The conference focuses on boosting military diplomacy and collaboration as well as promoting peace […]
CS HON. DUALE AND US DEFENCE SECRETARY LLYOD AUSTIN III VISITS KENYA NAVY MANDA BASE
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale accompanied the United States Secretary of Defence Mr Lloyd Austin III to Kenya Navy Base-Manda in Lamu. The purpose of the visit was to […]
COMMANDER KENYA NAVY PARTICIPATES IN INTERNATIONAL SEAPOWER SYMPOSIUM AT NEWPORT, UNITED STATES
Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Jimson Mutai attended the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS) held from 19 to 22 September 2023 at the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island […]
SHORTLISTED TRADESMEN/WOMEN REPORT AT EMBAKASI GARRISON
The Kenya Defence Forces today, 25 September 2023, officially kicked off interviews for this year’s shortlisted Tradesmen/ women candidates at the Embakasi Garrison in Nairobi. The occasion, which saw hopefuls […]
CS DUALE SIGNS DEFENCE COOPERATION FRAMEWORK WITH THE US DEFENCE SECRETARY
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale together with the United States (US) Secretary for Defence Mr. Lloyd Austin have today signed a joint Defence Cooperation Framework that shall […]
KDF TROOPS CONDUCTS CIMIC ACTIVITIES FOR MUKUTANI RESIDENTS, BARINGO COUNTY
KDF troops stationed at Mukutani Forward Operating Base (FOB) under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ (OMU) conducted a humanitarian outreach program for the residents of Mukutani in Baringo County. The move was […]
KENYA DEFENCE FORCES ANNUAL SERGEANT MAJORS SEMINAR HELD AT HUMANITARIAN PEACE SUPPORT SCHOOL, EMBAKASI
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Francis Ogolla on 21 September 2023 officiated the annual KDF Sergeant Majors’ seminar at the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS), Embakasi. Under the […]
CS DUALE HOSTS UAE AMBASSADOR
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Kenya – His Excellency Dr. Salim Ibrahim bin Ahmed who […]
CS DEFENCE DUALE CHAIRS FRIENDS OF THE EAST AFRICAN STANDBY FORCE MEETING
The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Defence, Hon. Aden Duale, today chaired a ‘Friends’ of the East African Standby Force (FoEASF) meeting at the Holiday Inn hotel in Two Rivers Mall, […]
KENYA QRF AND BRAZILIAN JUNGLE WARFARE MOBILE TRAINING TEAM LAUNCH THREE-WEEK JUNGLE WARFARE TRAINING IN BENI, EASTERN DRC
In a groundbreaking collaboration between Kenya Quick Reaction Force (QRF) and Brazilian Jungle Warfare Mobile Training Team (JWMTT), both serving under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic […]
THE VICE CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES CHAIRS THE REGULAR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE CONTROL BOARD MEETING
The Vice Chief of the Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi on Friday 15 September 2023 chaired a regular College Control Board Meeting of the Joint Command and Staff […]
CS DUALE MEETS OMBUDSMAN CHAIRPERSON
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held a consultative meeting with the officials from the Commission for Administrative Justice (CAJ) commonly known as the Office of the Ombudsman […]
CS DUALE MEETS KNCHR CHAIRPERSON
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today met officials from the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) Ms. Roseline Odede who paid him a courtesy visit at the […]
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH FAMILY DAY CELEBRATIONS
The Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish today held a family harvest Thanksgiving Mass at Defence Headquarters, Hurlingham, Nairobi County. The mass was presided over by the Military Ordinariate of […]
KENYA QRF AND SOUTH AFRICA BATTALION DEPLOYED UNDER MONUSCO CONDUCTS PATROL ALONG BENI-ERINGETI MSR
In a significant development aimed at enhancing security and stability in the volatile eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Quick Reaction Force (QRF) from Kenya and South […]
SHORTLISTED SPECIALIST OFFICERS AND TRADESMEN/WOMEN 2023
The underlisted applicants have been shortlisted as Specialist Officers and Tradesmen/women. The applicants are to report for interviews as below: A. Tradesmen/women to report to Embakasi Garrison – Nairobi, on […]
MWAK OFFERS ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM TO MILITARY WIVES
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK), wrapped up the first week of a ‘Women Empowerment Program’ which was held at both 9 and 3 Kenya Rifles in Eldoret and […]
CS DUALE HOLDS BILATERAL TALKS WITH UK HIGH COMMISSIONER
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has today held bilateral talks with the British High Commissioner to Kenya His Excellency Mr. Neil Wigan who paid him a courtesy […]
COMMANDER 8 BRIGADE VISITS OAB TROOPS AT BAURE FOB
Commander 8 Brigade, Brigadier David Chesire together with Operation Amani Boni (OAB) Commander Colonel Joel Tanui, visited Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops stationed at Baure Forward Operating Base in Lamu […]
CDF HOSTS KENYA SCOUTS ASSOCIATION REPRESENTATIVES
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla has today hosted officials from the Kenya Scouts Association led by the Chief Scout, Amb. Prof. Jacob Kaimenyi who paid him […]
CS DEFENCE VISITS NORTH RIFT.
This country owes a great debt of gratitude to our brave members of a multi-agency security team from the Kenya Defence Forces, National Police Service, National Police Reservists among other […]
JUNIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE 096/23 OPENING CEREMONY
The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 096/2023 commenced on 11 September2023. The course is comprised of 50 officers drawn from the three Services of the Kenya Defence Forces with […]
UK DEPUTY NATIONAL SECURITY ADVISOR PAYS A COURTESY CALL TO NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE.
The Deputy UK National Security Advisor, Madam Dame Sarah Macintosh paid a courtesy call to the National Defence College (NDC), a constituent college of the National Defence University Kenya. She […]
‘OMU’ MULTI AGENCY TEAM IN CONJUNCTION WITH NCIC CONDUCT A MULTI-TRIBAL PEACE MEETING IN TURKANA COUNTY.
As the ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ Multi agency team continues to make strides in restoring peace and normalcy in the North Rift, in conjunction with the National Cohesion and Integration Commission […]
KDF RECRUITMENT 2023 COMES TO AN END
The Kenya Defence Forces recruitment exercise for General Service Officer Cadets, Graduate General Service Officer Cadets and General Duty Recruits has come to an end today the 8th September 2023. […]
MWAK FACILITATES PRE-DEPLOYMENT COUNSELLING FOR MILITARY WIVES
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) Chairlady Mrs. Aileen Ogolla officiated a military wives pre-deployment counselling program at the Kenyatta Barracks in Gilgil. The MWAK delegation was received by […]
CS DUALE HOSTS LANDS PS AND NLC CHAIRPERSON
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held a consultative meeting with the Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Lands Hon. Nixon Korir, Chairman of the National Lands Commission […]
NYS BENCHMARKS KDF ON RECRUITS AND SERVICE PERSONNEL HEALTH POLICY
The Chief of Medical Services at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), Brig (Dr) Atanasias Odhiambo hosted a benchmarking team from the National Youth Service (NYS) at the Defence Headquarters in Hurlingham, […]
GOR TAKE DOWN ULINZI 1-0 AT THE ULINZI SPORTS COMPLEX
Gor Mahia FC today secured their first victory of the FKF Premier League campaign by defeating Ulinzi Stars 1-0 at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Lang’ata, Nairobi. The decisive moment […]
TROOPS DESTINED FOR PEACEKEEPING DUTIES IN DRC UNDERGO MENTORSHIP
Representatives from the Compensation and Welfare Department at the Defence Headquarters in conjunction with the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) today conducted a counselling training program to KDF troops […]
JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC )ENGAGES MOI AIR BASE TO A FRIENDLY VOLLEYBALL MATCH
JCSC students of Course 39 – 2023/24 hosted Moi Air Base (MAB) Officers to the annual volleyball match on 27 August 2023. The Deputy Commandant/Chief Instructer Brig R W Mwanzia, […]
DEFENCE COOPERATION MEETING BETWEEN KENYA AND THE REPUBLIC SOUTH AFRICA
Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has underscored the need to strengthen the already existing bilateral ties between Kenya and South Africa through a robust Defence Cooperation Agreement (DSA). The […]
VCDF LAUNCHES THE 2023 KDF RECRUITMENT DRIVE
Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi, the Vice Chief of Defence Forces (VCDF) has today, 28th August launched the 2023 Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruitment exercise at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The […]
DEFENCE CS VISITS LAMU COUNTY TO ASSESS THE PREPAREDNESS OF SECURITY AGENCIES
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has underscored the importance of collaboration between local community and the security organs in the fight against terrorism saying it has yielded results in […]
THE JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
The students of course 39 -2023/24 at the Joint Command and Staff College participated in the finals of Inter- Syndicates Volleyball tournament on 24 August 2023 at the college. The […]
EAC DEFENCE MINISTERS HOLD AN EXTRAORDINARY SECURITY MEETING IN NAIROBI
East Africa Community (EAC) Ministers of Defence met in Nairobi today to consider the progress of the East Africa Community Regional Force – Democratic Republic of Congo (EACRF – DRC) […]
KERO LA UTAPELI KATIKA ZOEZI LA UAJIRI WA WANAJESHI
Majeshi kote ulimwenguni mara kwa mara huwaajiri wanajeshi wapya kwa sababu tofauti. Mathalan, huenda pakawa na haja ya kujaza upungufu uliopo au haja ya kupata stadi maalum zinazohitajika kutokana na […]
KDF AND UPDF GROW CORDIAL RELATIONS
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) together with the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) held a Joint Defence Committee Meeting (JDC) in Mbale Resort Hotel, Mbale, Uganda. The bilateral engagement strengthened the […]
DEFENCE CS HOSTS INDIAN HIGH COMMISSIONER TO KENYA
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Indian High Commissioner to Kenya Her Excellency Ms. Namgya Khampa who paid him an office visit at the Defence Headquarters, […]
JUNIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE 095/23 GRADUATION
The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 095/23 graduation ceremony was held on 17 Aug 23. It commenced on 15 May 23 and ran for 14 weeks with 42 participants […]
CS DUALE HOSTS EAC SECRETARY GENERAL
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held bilateral talks with the Secretary General of the East African Community (EAC) and the Secretary to the Summit of EAC Heads […]
COURSE 39-2023/24 COMPETE IN JCSC COMMANDANT’S RACE
The College leadership, faculty, staff and students of Course 39 – 2023/2024 at Joint Command and Staff College participated in the annual Commandant’s Race Competition on 16 August 2023. The […]
VCDF HOSTS THE PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE ON SPORTS AND CULTURE AT UHURU GARDENS NATIONAL MONUMENT AND MUSEUM
The Vice Chief of Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi has today hosted the Parliamentary Committee on Sports and Culture at the Uhuru Gardens National Monument and Museum (UGNM&M) […]
PS MARIRU OPENS WORKSHOP FOR CIVILIAN ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS
Defence Principal Secretary (PS) Mr. Patrick Mariru has today opened a one-day workshop for the Civilian Administrative Officers from all Kenya Defence Forces units across the country. During the workshop […]
CDF PRESIDES OVER THE SIGNING OF PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS FOR TOP MILITARY LEADERS
Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Francis Ogolla, today led Services, Directorates and Defence Controlled Units (DCUs) in signing Performance Contracts for the Financial Year 2023/24 at the Defence […]
KENYAN TROOPS IN DRC RECEIVE UNITED NATIONS SERVICE MEDALS FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTION IN PEACE
The Force Commander of United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) Lieutenant-General Otávio Rodriguez De Miranda Filho presented UN service medals to the Kenya Quick Reaction […]
CS DUALE HOSTS ISRAELI AMBASSADOR TO KENYA
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Israeli Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Michael Lotem and officials from Israeli Aerospace Industry (IAI) led by Mr. Shimon Eckhaus […]
WALKING FAR TOGETHER’ EXHIBITED AT MWAKs’ SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) Chairperson Mrs. Aileen Ogolla, officiated MWAKs’ special General Meeting and subsequently celebrated the commissioning of new members at the Defence Headquarters, in Nairobi. […]
CS DUALE PROMISES A FREE AND FAIR KDF RECRUITMENT DRIVE
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has emphasized that the forthcoming countrywide military recruitment shall be free, fair and above board for all qualified Kenyan youths including those from marginalized […]
MOI FORCES ACADEMY HOSTS LAUNCH OF SCHOOL ARTS COMPETITION
Moi Forces Academy has today hosted the launch of the Jubilee Insurance Live Free Competition 2023. The competition was initiated back in 2017 and has evolved into a platform that […]
DEFENCE CS HOSTS EASF
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Brigadier Paul Njema and the Chairperson of friends of EASF Colonel Jen […]
ACT OF KINDNESS BY KDF IN DRC
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) on Saturday, 5th August 2023 while on patrol in Kibumba, in Nyiragongo Territory, North Kivu Province were […]
CS DUALE VISITS DRC WHERE KDF HAS DEPLOYED TROOPS UNDER EACRF
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale who is on a working tour to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) held a consultative meeting with his Congolese counterpart Hon. […]
AIRBORNE DAY COMMEMORATIONS
Kenya Defence Forces troops majorly drawn from the Army Special Operations Brigade (ASOB) which are based at Kenyatta Barracks in Gilgil, Nakuru County on 05 August 2022 marked the Airborne […]
KENYAN TROOPS IN DRC RECEIVE UNITED NATIONS SERVICE MEDALS FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTION IN PEACE
The Force Commander of United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) Lieutenant-General Otávio Rodriguez De Miranda Filho presented UN service medals to the Kenya Quick Reaction […]
COMMANDER KENYA ARMY VISITS TROOPS ON OPERATION DUTIES*
Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Peter Njiru toured Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops in Operation Amani Boni (OAB) Forward Operating Bases in Bodhei, Bulagolol, and Kiunga amongst others. […]
CS DUALE HOSTS EASF DIRECTOR
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Brigadier Peter Njema who paid him a courtesy visit at […]
COMMANDER CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERS BRIGADE INSPECTS SCHOOL PROJECT IN THE NORTH RIFT
On Wednesday 02 August 2023, the KDF Construction Engineers Brigade Commander, Brigadier Joseph Mutua, conducted an inspection tour to the ongoing renovation and reconstruction of schools project in the North […]
GO GREEN, GROW TREES
The Deputy Army Commander, Major General David Tarus led Langa’ta Barracks personnel in a tree planting exercise within the camp. The exercise was conducted in conjunction with the Kenya Forest […]
CS DUALE SEEKS PARLIAMENT INDULGENCE IN IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KENYA -ITALY SPACE AGREEMENT
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has reiterated Kenya’s efforts to leverage the presence of the Malindi Space Centre to build her own capacity as an emerging and […]
DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH CELEBRATES FAMILY
The Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish today held a family harvest Thanksgiving Mass at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), Hurlingam. The mass was presided over by the Military Ordinariate Apostolic […]
ADVERTISEMENT FOR RECRUITMENT OF GENERAL SERVICE OFFICER (GSO) CADETS, SPECIALIST OFFICERS, GENERAL DUTY RECRUITS, TRADESMEN/WOMEN AND DEFENCE FORCES CONSTABLES INTO THE KENYA DEFENCE FORCES
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is pleased to announce to the public the recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets (Regular and Graduate degree holders), Specialist Officers, General Duty Recruits, […]
U.S GENERAL PAYS COURTESY CALL TO THE KDF CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES AT ULINZI HOUSE
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Francis Ogolla today hosted the Commander U.S Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), General Bryan P. Fenton at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The two leaders […]
CS DEFENCE INSPECTS ONGOING SCHOOLS RENOVATIONS IN THE NORTH RIFT
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Aden Duale, on 20 July 2023 traversed the North Rift region inspecting the ongoing renovations of schools by KDF troops deployed under ‘Operation Maliza […]
KDF JOINT TRAINING WITH THE BRITISH ARMY
Kenya Defence Forces and the British Army Training Unit- Kenya (BATUK) troops integrated to a specialised training exercise in Lolldaiga Ranch Laikipia County. The joint training follows the Defence Cooperation […]
END OF AN ERA FOR ARMY SERGEANT MAJOR, HIS SUCCESSOR TAKES POST
The Kenya Army held a colourful farewell ceremony for the Retiring Army Sergeant Major (ASM), Warrant Officer Class One (WOI), Fanuel Mahebo after forty-two years of selfless service to the […]
UPHSF NOTICE FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Ulinzi Prime Health Services (UPHS) was established by the Defence Council in July 2022 with a mandate to partially open up Kenya Defence Forces levels IV, V & VI medical […]
OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY FOR SENIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE 39 of 2023/ 2024
The Commander Kenya Navy, Maj Gen Jimson Mutai on 17 July 2023 officiated over the Opening Ceremony of SJCSC 39-2023/24. The course comprises 90 military officers drawn from KDF and […]
‘OMU’ STRIVES MORE IN PACIFYING BARINGO COUNTY
The Multi-agency troops deployed under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ in conjunction with Baringo County Government and Christian Impact Mission (CIM) took part in the launch of the construction project of Silale […]
DEFENCE PS PARTICIPATES IN MOD’S TEAM BUILDING EXERCISE
Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has today joined Accounts Department at the Ministry for a team-building exercise organized by the Unit to mark the closure and opening of Financial […]
MOI AIR BASE HOLDS CELEBRATORY EVENT TO HONOUR ATHLETES
On 14th July 2023, service members from Moi Air Base (MAB) gathered at the Athletics Detachment Camp in Ngong-Kibiko for a festive occasion to commemorate their recent accomplishments in various […]
CS DUALE HOLDS A SERIES OF SECURITY MEETINGS IN WAJIR
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has today held a series of security meetings in various places in Wajir County with an aim of enhancing peace and stability […]
PS MARIRU MEETS OFFICIALS FROM THE MINISTRY OF INTERIOR
Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has today separately hosted the Principal Secretary, State Department for Correctional Services Ms. Salome Beacco and the Principal Administrative Secretary for the National Police […]
PS MARIRU HOSTS GOVERNOR SAKAJA
Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has today hosted the Governor of Nairobi City County Hon. Johnson Sakaja who paid him a courtesy visit at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The […]
GEN. F O OGOLLA ENGAGES TROOPS STATIONED ALONG THE NORTH EASTERN REGION
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen. Francis Ogolla toured KDF Camps and Forward Operating Bases in the North Eastern region of Kenya. He visited Mandera, El Wak, Modika, and […]
KDF STEPS OUT FOR A CHILD
Kenya Defence Forces today participated in the Citizens Digital DMI Diabetes Walk Step Out and Stand with Children Living with Diabetes. The 12km walk started and ended in Carnivore Gardens, […]
CHIEF OF STAFF AND HEAD OF PUBLIC SERVICE VISITS KENYA NAVY
Mr. Felix Koskei, the Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service today paid a courtesy visit to the Commander Kenya Navy Major General Jimson Mutai at the Kenya Navy […]
DEFENCE PS HAILS TASKFORCE MANDATED TO FORMULATE POLICY ON INTEGRATED DEFENCE WORKFORCE
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) organized a meeting for Integrated Defence Workforce with Kenya United States Liaison Office whose role is to bridge the gap between Kenya-US cooperation. The forum […]
CS DUALE LAUNCHES NATIONAL SECURITY AND STRATEGY COURSE AT NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has underscored the Government’s commitment to continue dedicating resources to empower senior leaders, policy advisers and decision-makers who are able to shape public policy […]
CS DUALE HOSTS HEAD OF MONUSCO
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Special Representative of the United Nations (UN) Secretary General and Head of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in Democratic […]
CDF VISITS TROOPS IN KISMAYO SECTOR VI HEADQUARTERS
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla visited the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to establish their level […]
KDF BOXERS PARTICIPATES IN SELECTION FOR OLYMPIC QUALIFIERS
The Kenya Defence Forces boxers participants registered a stellar performance on the final day of a three day National Boxing selection trials for Olympic qualifiers held at Charter Hall, Nairobi […]
CONSERVING WATER CATCHMENT AREAS
Kenya Army troops from the Ninth Battalion, Kenya Rifles on 01 July 2023 joined the President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces H.E Hon […]
DEPUTY ARMY COMMANDER FLAGS OFF KDF CONTINGENT TO COMOROS
The Deputy Army Commander Major General David Tarus today at Embakasi Garrison handed the Kenyan flag to the Kenya Defence Forces contingent that will participate in Comoros Independence Day celebrations […]
CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES ATTENDS 13TH EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY ARMED FORCES COMMAND POST EXERCISE USHIRIKIANO IMARA 2023
The Chief of the Defence Forces, (CDF) General Francis O Ogolla joined other General officers and dignitaries from East Africa Community (EAC) partner states during the closing ceremony of Exercise […]
COMMANDER KENYA ARMY HOSTS PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General Peter Njiru has today hosted members of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations of the National Assembly who were on a working […]
STUDENTS FROM ZIMBABWE STAFF COLLEGE VISIT AVIATION CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE ON AN EDUCATIONAL TOUR
The Kenya Defence Forces Aviation Centre of Excellence (ACE) in Laikipia Air Base, Nanyuki hosted a team of students and staff from Zimbabwe Staff College (ZSC) who are on an […]
KENYA DEFENCE FORCES TROOPS IN ISIOLO APPRISED ON FINANCE MANAGEMENT
Kenya Defence Forces troops in Isiolo region benefited from a two day financial sensitization program by speakers from Cooperative bank and Britam held at 78 Tank Battalion. The troops were […]
BOLSTERING MARITIME SECURITY THROUGH JOINT COOPERATION
A delegation from the Indian Navy led by the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Sanjay Mahindru, paid a courtesy call to Commander Kenya Navy Major General Jimson Mutai […]
COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE PARTICIPATES IN THE 54TH INTERNATIONAL PARIS AIR SHOW
Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General John Omenda, joined Air Chiefs and industry leaders from around the world at the 54th edition of the International Paris Air Show held […]
KDF TROOPS PREPARE FOR DEPLOYMENT IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO
Deputy Army Commander Major General David Tarus visited Kenya Defence Forces Quick Reaction Force and Kenya Signals Company as they entered the homestretch phase of their pre-deployment training. The troops […]
PS DEFENCE PRESIDES OVER WORKSHOP PROGRAMME FOR MEDICAL CONSULTANTS AND MEDICAL OFFICERS IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
On 21st June 2023, Defence Principal Secretary Mr Patrick Mariru presided over the opening ceremony of a workshop for civilian medical consultants and medical officers working at various hospitals in […]
ENHANCING DEFENCE DIPLOMACY
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has today separately hosted a delegation from the Indian Navy and the Egyptian Ambassador to Kenya who paid him office visits at […]
8th BRIGADE COMMANDER BOOST MORALE OF OAB TROOPS
The 8th Brigade Commander, Brigadier David Chesire, accompanied by Artillery Brigade Commander, Brigadier M. Mwenga, and Operation Amani Boni (OAB) Commander Colonel Joel Tanui, visited the troops deployed under OAB […]
MWAK PARTNERSHIP WITH FAMILY BANK GROUP OVERSEES THE GRADUATION OF 51 BENEFICIARIES FROM MILITARY FAMILIES
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) in partnership with Family Bank Group today attended the graduation of 51 students who were awarded certificates after a three-month training. The colourful […]
EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY ARMED FORCES COMMAND POST EXERCISE UNDERWAY IN RWANDA
Kenya Defence Forces contingent on 18 June 2023 joined their counterparts from other East Africa Nations in the EAC Armed Forces Command Post Exercise CPX at the Rwandan Defence Forces […]
CS DEFENCE HOSTS DUTCH AMBASSADOR TO KENYA
Defence Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Ambassador of Netherlands to Kenya His Excellency Mr. Maarten Brouwer who paid him a courtesy visit at the Defence Headquarters […]
DESACCO CEO HANDS OVER TO PURSUE OTHER MILITARY DUTIES
The outgoing Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Defence Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (Desacco) Colonel Nehemia Kemei has today handed over the office to his successor, Colonel Truphosa Omondi […]
FORGING A COHESIVE, FORCE
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Francis Ogolla has today visited Kahawa Garrison in Nairobi. The familiarisation visit is in line with the CDF schedule to appreciate the mission […]
DEPUTY ARMY COMMANDER FLAGS OFF EAC CPX CONTINGENT TO RWANDA
Deputy Army Commander Major General David Tarus handed the Kenyan flag to the Contingent representing the country in the East Africa Community (EAC) Command Post Exercise (CPX) at Ulinzi Sports […]
CS DUALE URGES PARLIAMENT TO APPROVE REGULATIONS ON PEACE SUPPORT OPERATIONS
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has implored the National Assembly to approve the National Peace Support Operations Fund Regulations by delinking it from the Ministry’s budget to enable the […]
VICE CHANCELLOR NDU-K VISITS JCSC-KAREN
The Vice Chancellor (VC) National Defence University – Kenya Maj Gen S M Farah visited Joint Command and Staff College on 12 June 2023. He was hosted by the Commandant […]
DEFENCE PS VISIT TO MALINDI SPACE CENTER
Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru today visited The Luigi Broglio-Malindi Space Centre for a familiarisation tour. The Space Centre is managed by the Italian Space Agency (ASI) in partnership […]
CS DEFENCE HOSTS EASF DELEGATION
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted a delegation of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) led by its Director Brigadier Peter Njema who paid him a courtesy […]
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY BONDS THROUGH CIMIC
Troops stationed at Bullagolol Forward Operation Base (FOB) under Operation Amani Boni in Garissa County recently conducted a humanitarian civic action in the general area of Gubis. The purpose of […]
KENYA ARMY TROOPS HEIGHTEN ENVIRONMENT CONSERVATION EFFORTS
Kenya Army soldiers drawn from the 9th Battalion, the Kenya Rifles (9 KR) joined other environment conservation stakeholders in a tree planting exercise at the Kakamega Forest. The event was […]
CHANGE OF GUARD AT KENYA ORDNANCE FACTORIES CORPORATION
The Kenya Ordnance Factories Corporation (KOFC) today held a handing over ceremony of the corporation’s Managing Director (MD)at its headquarters in Eldoret. In the new changes in leadership, Major General […]
CDF MEETS BOSTON MARATHON CHAMPION
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla has today met the 2023 Boston Marathon Champion, Senior Sergeant (Ssgt) Hellen Obiri at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. The CDF […]
OPERATION MALIZA UHALIFU’ TROOPS HEIGHTEN PATROLS IN HOTSPOT AREAS
Multi-agency troops comprising of KDF and NPS deployed under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ North Rift has intensified joint dominating patrols in the general areas of Naudo, Akwichatis, Silale and Paka Hills […]
KDF SHOWS UP FOR 2023 MATTER HEART RUN
The Kenya Defence Forces fraternity today, 3rd June 2023 joined thousands of Kenyans at Ulinzi Sports Complex – Lang’ata for this year’s Mater Heart Run initiative in Nairobi. The Hospital […]
CS DEFENCE AND CDF JOIN NEWLY PROMOTED OFFICERS IN THEIR CELEBRATORY EVENT
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale on 02 June 2023 hosted the newly promoted Officers for a thanksgiving ceremony at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. During the colourful event, the […]
KENYA NAVY DIVERS GRADUATE
The Kenya Navy held a graduation ceremony for Diving Instructors and Basic Divers at the Kenya Naval Training College (KNTC) in Mtongwe, Mombasa County. The aim of the course was […]
DADAJABULA RESIDENTS BENEFIT FROM MEDICAL AND NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT IN LOCAL AID PROGRAM
Kenya Defence Forces Troops based at Dadajabula Forward Operating Base (FOB), Wajir county led by Officer Commanding Captain Abdullahi Jamaa conducted a free medical camp and distributed foodstuff to the […]
KENYA ARMY TROOPS HEIGHTEN ENVIRONMENT CONSERVATION EFFORTS
Kenya Army soldiers drawn from the 9th Battalion, the Kenya Rifles (9 KR) on 02 June 2023 joined other environment conservation stakeholders in a tree planting exercise at the Kakamega […]
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY BONDS THROUGH CIMIC
Troops stationed at Bullagolol Forward Operation Base (FOB) under Operation Amani Boni in Garissa County recently conducted a humanitarian civic action in the general area of Gubis. The purpose of […]
DEFENCE PS MAKES INSPECTION TOUR TO PCEA TUMUTUMU AND NAROMORU HOSPITALS
Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has today made an inspection tour to PCEA Tumutumu and the Naromoru Level IV Hospitals in Nyeri County that have been renovated by the […]
MANDA BASE TROOPS PARTAKE IN CYCLING AND SWIMMING COMPETITION
Today, troops from the Kenya Navy stationed at Manda Base, Lamu County partook in cycling and swimming competitions organized by the Manda Base. The sporting events are meant to foster […]
PRESIDENT RUTO LEADS KENYANS IN CELEBRATING 60TH MADARAKA DAY
His Excellency Hon. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander – in – Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces today led the nation in marking the […]
KENYA AIRFORCE JUNIOR OFFICERS VISIT RETIRED KAF COMMANDER
Kenya Air Force (KAF) officers undergoing the Young Officer’s course, on 31st May 2023, visited Maramba Tea Factory Limited in Limuru. Led by Major Michael Nyenyo, they were received at […]
KENYA ARMY TROOPS TAKE LEAD IN ‘GO GREEN’ INITIATIVE
Kenya Army troops from the Corps of Electrical and Mechanical engineering in conjunction with Matathia Community, Greens of Africa Organisation, Kenya Forests Service, Community Forest Association, Minet Insurance Company and […]
COLLECTIVE KIBUMBA SECURITY VERIFICATION EXERCISES
To assure the locals and provide credible information on the current security trends, a Joint Bureau drawn from Ad Hoc Verification Mechanism (AVM), Expanded Joint Verification Mechanism (EJVM), EAC Monitoring […]
NAVAL ELITE SPECIAL BOATS OPERATORS GRADUATE
The Kenya Naval Training College (KNTC) held a graduation ceremony for Special Boats Operators at the College’s grounds in Mtongwe, Mombasa. The training equipped the graduands with knowledge and skills […]
PS MINISTRY OF DEFENCE PRESIDES OVER THE 38th JCSC GRADUATION CEREMONY
The Principal Secretary for Defence Mr. Patrick Mariru has today presided over the 38th graduation ceremony of the Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) held at the college’s graduation grounds […]
OAB COMMANDER REINFORCES COMMITMENT TO SECURITY IN WITU
Operation Amani Boni Commander Col. Joel Tanui visited the National Police Reservist (NPR) in Witu, Lamu County. He was received by Assistant County Commissioner (ACC) Witu, Mr. Emmanuel Wesley Koech. […]
MAJOR GENERAL KAMURI HANDS OVER INFRASTRUCTURE BRANCH
The outgoing Chief of Infrastructure at Defence Headquarters, Major General Dennis Kamuri, has today handed over the office to his successor Brigadier Titus Sokobe. Maj Gen Kamuri who was promoted […]
CS DEFENCE HOSTS ISLAMIC MILITARY COUNTER-TERRORISM COALITION SECRETARY GENERAL
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Secretary General of the Islamic Military Counter-Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) Major General Mohammed Bin Saeed Al-Moghedi who paid him […]
KENYA NAVY AND INDIAN NAVY CONDUCT PASSAGE EXERCISE
Kenya Navy Ship (KNS) Jasiri and Indian Navy Ship (INS) Trishul has conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) outside the Port of Mombasa. The PASSEX was aimed at fostering interoperability and […]
A GREENER EMBU AHEAD OF MADARAKA DAY CELEBRATIONS
In preparation for the upcoming Madaraka Day celebrations, parade personnel comprising the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and a host of other security agencies took part in a tree planting exercise […]
KENYA ARMY OFFICERS INVESTITURE CEREMONY
Following the announcement of KDF promotions by His Excellency, Dr. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, Kenya Army Service held a […]
INVESTITURE CEREMONY FOR NEWLY PROMOTED SENIOR KAF OFFICERS
The Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) Major General John Omenda presided over the investiture of ranks ceremony to newly promoted Senior KAF Officers at his office in KAF Headquarters, Nairobi […]
INVESTITURE CEREMONY FOR NEWLY PROMOTED SENIOR NAVAL OFFICERS
On May 29, 2023, the Deputy Commander Kenya Navy Brigadier Yahya Abdi presided over the investiture of ranks ceremony to the newly promoted Senior Naval Officers at the Kenya Navy […]
EAC CHIEFS OF DEFENCE MEET IN BUJUMBURA
The Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla, joined the East African Community Chiefs of Defence Forces and Chiefs of Defence Staff for an extraordinary meeting at Bujumbura – Burundi […]
COMMISSIONING OF CATHOLIC APOSTOLATES
Apostolic Administrator of Military Ordinariate of Kenya, Reverent (Col) Benjamin Maswili on Saturday presided over a liturgy for commissioning of 136 new mothers into Catholic Women Association (CWA) at Saint […]
INVESTITURE CEREMONY FOR NEWLY PROMOTED GENERAL OFFICERS
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla today, presided over the investiture of ranks ceremony to the newly promoted General Officers. The colourful ceremony, held at the Defence Headquarters […]
CS DUALE DELIVERS A LECTURE OF OPPORTUNITY AT JCSC
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has underscored the strategic importance of a secure and stable Horn of Africa for social economic development. The CS reiterated that the region has […]
KDF PROMOTIONS AND POSTINGS 26TH MAY 2023
His Excellency Dr.Willian Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander In Chief of the Defence Forces, has today, on the advice of the Defence Council chaired by Hon […]
HUMANITARIAN AID TO EASTERN DRC RESIDENTS
The Kenyan Contingent troops under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) on Thursday offered medical aid to an expectant lady who sought help from the soldiers on patrol in […]
GOC WESTCOM MAKES HIS INAUGURAL TWO-DAY VISIT TO ‘OPERATION MALIZA UHALIFU’ NORTH RIFT
General Officer Commanding Western Command, Major General Jeff Nyaga toured ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu,’ at the North Rift. He was briefed at the Multi-agency Command Center at Chemolingot, before touring areas […]
PRESIDENT RUTO PRESIDES OVER THE 25th GRADUATION CEREMONY OF THE NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE
His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, the President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces has today awarded certificates to 70 graduands after they successfully completed 49 […]
DELEGATION FROM THE UNITED KINGDOM DEFENCE ACADEMY VISITS THE KENYA NAVY
Course Members of the Advance Command and Staff Course (ACSC) at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom (UK) and their Directing Staff today visited the Kenya Navy Headquarters in […]
EACRF FORCE COMMANDER VISITS RUMANGABO AND KIBUMBA FOBS
The East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) Commander Major General Aphaxard Kiugu in the company of the Deputy Force Commander (DFC) Intelligence and Operations – Brigadier Emmanuel Kaputa, DFC Administration […]
KDF IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MeMA AND MDM CONDUCT A THREE-DAY FREE MEDICAL CAMPS IN TURKANA COUNTY.
Kenya Defence Forces medical personnel operating under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ (OMU) in conjunction with Medical Missions Africa (MeMA) and Multi Destination Mission (MDM) successfully conducted a three-day free medical camp […]
KENYA ARMY TROOPS HEIGHTEN ENVIRONMENT CONSERVATION EFFORTS
Kenya Army troops in various areas of deployment have scaled up environment conservation efforts by joining hands with their immediate communities and various stakeholders to plant trees. The troops are […]
GIVING A HELPING HAND
Kenya Army troops based at Mkunumbi Military Camp and operating under Operation Amani Boni (OAB) conducted a Civil Military Cooperation (CIMIC) exercise at Bahati Njema Primary School. The troops donated […]
AIR OPERATORS EXCHANGE IDEAS TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY
Air Operators drawn from Kenya Air Force (KAF) Units benefitted from an Air Operators seminar. The Commander KAF Major General John Omenda graced the opening session. The aim of the […]
KENYA NAVY AND KENYA COMMERCIAL BANK PARTNER IN A TREE-PLANTING INITIATIVE
The Kenya Navy and Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) today joined hands in a tree planting exercise at the Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Mtongwe, Mombasa. This partnership aims to advance the […]
HON DUALE DEFENDS BUDGETARY ALLOCATION
Defence Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Aden Duale has sought the support of Parliament to provide adequate budgetary allocation to the Ministry of Defence to facilitate its ongoing expansion and modernization efforts […]
ISIOLO CLINCHES TITLE FOR THE CDF FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT 2023
The final leg and the grand finale of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) men football challenge cup series has come to a resounding halt at the 81 Tank Battalion […]
OPERATION MALIZA UHALIFU TEAM ENGAGES IN A PLANTING INITIATIVE IN LAIKIPIA COUNTY
Kenya Defence Forces soldiers operating under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ North Rift in conjunction with NGAO, parents, teachers and pupils of Gathanji Primary School in Kirima Sub County, Laikipia County, took […]
CS DEFENCE HOSTS EASF INCOMING DIRECTOR
The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the incoming Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Brigadier Paul Njema who paid him a courtesy visit […]
CS DEFENCE HOSTS AUSTRALIAN HIGH COMMISSIONER TO KENYA
Defence Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Australian High Commissioner to Kenya His Excellency Mr. Luke Williams who paid him a courtesy visit at the Defence Headquarters […]
CS DEFENCE LAUNCHES THE MILITARY VETERANS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has affirmed his commitment to promote the plight of military veterans with a view of ensuring they live honorable lives after retiring from the […]
DEFENCE PS OPENS KENYA-US DEFENCE WORKSHOP
Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has reiterated the commitment of the Ministry to have a robust Defence -Civilian Service Policy for the realization of an integrated workforce. The PS […]
INDIAN DEFENCE ADVISOR VISITS KENYA NAVY
The Deputy Commander Kenya Navy Brigadier Yahya Abdi today, hosted the Defence Advisor of India to Kenya Captain (IN) Velagada Shirdikant at the Kenya Navy Headquarters in Mtongwe, Mombasa. Brigadier […]
CS DEFENCE HOSTS HIS SOMALIA COUNTERPART
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has affirmed the commitment of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to finding lasting peace and countering terrorism in Somalia and the entire Horn of […]
ATMIS II KDF TROOPS HOLD A FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT AT KISMAYO
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS II) from Mechanized Infantry Battalion (MIB) led by Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Eric Lovega, participated […]
IN SUPPORT OF SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) has in Nairobi today 15th May 2023 held a fundraising breakfast towards the construction of a KDF special needs school. The event is […]
CS DUALE LEADS HIGH-PROFILE DELEGATION SEEKING TO REOPEN KENYA-SOMALIA BORDER
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has reaffirmed the imminent need to reopen the Kenya-Somalia border at three strategic border points to ease the movement of people and goods so […]
IMPROVING THE LIVES OF DIFFERENTLY ABLED CHILDREN
The Military Wives Association of Kenya in partnership with The Kenya Navy Hospital (TKNH) and Bethany Kids today, 11 May 2023, undertook a reassessment and rehabilitation of supportive aids equipment […]
SQUASH TOURNAMENT WINNERS FETED
Colonel Stanley Kithuva, Major Henry Cheserek and Lieutenant Colonel George Katumpe were crowned first, second, and third place respectively following the Kenya Defence Forces Squash Indoor game tournament. The event […]
LAMU WEST TREE PLANTING INITIATIVE
Kenya Army troops operating under Operation Amani Boni (OAB) in conjunction with the County Government of Lamu, National Government Administration Officers, Amu Ranch Conservancy and other Community Based Organisations in […]
RECRUITS TRAINING SCHOOL ENVIRONMENTAL SOLDIER PROGRAMME
Recruits Training School, in partnership with Corporate Institutions , has planted over 108,000 trees within the Recruits Training School (RTS) in the Eldoret. The exercise was presided over by the […]
MICRO UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEM STUDENTS READY FOR SURVEILLANCE AT SECTOR II DHOBLEY
The Deputy Commander Sector II for the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), Colonel Adan Safe last week presided over the […]
AFRICA LAND FORCES SUMMIT OFFICIALLY BEGINS
The Africa Land Forces Summit (AFLS) by the United States of America Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) and hosted by the Côte d’Ivoire Armed Forces, officially begun today […]
UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI STUDENTS VISIT KENYA NAVY
Students pursuing Law of the Sea course at the University of Nairobi School of Law on 09 May 2023, toured Kenya Navy Base, Mtongwe, Mombasa. The students were enlightened on […]
OPENING UP ROADS IN NORMALCY RESTORATION EFFORTS IN EASTERN DRC
The Kenyan Contingent troops under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF), together with Médecins Sans Frontières and locals in Tongo, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) opened up Mulimbi-Kabizo […]
CDF HOSTS THANKSGIVING SERVICE AS HE ASSUMES OFFICE
Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla has today hosted an elaborate thanksgiving service at the Saint Michael’s Cathedral at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi presided over by the […]
WAJIR AIR BASE CONDUCTS KEY LEADERS SENSITIZATION SEMINAR ON PERSONNEL WELFARE
Key leaders drawn from various levels of Wajir Air Base (WAB) Command, benefited from a two days Welfare Seminar held at the Air Defence Wing Headquarters in Nairobi. The event […]
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL (HAZMAT) ADVANCE COURSE STUDENTS GRADUATE FROM KENYA ARMY SCHOOL OF MILITARY ENGINEERING
Students from KDF’s Disaster Response Battalion graduated in HAZMAT Advance Course from School of Military Engineering (SOME). The students gain knowledge and skills in handling Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear […]
CS DEFENCE AFFIRMS KDF COMMITMENT TO ITS CONSTITUTIONAL MANDATE
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has affirmed the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) commitment to discharge their core mandate of defending and protecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the […]
GENERAL KIBOCHI HANDS OVER CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES MANTLE TO INCOMING GENERAL OGOLLA
Outgoing Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Robert Kibochi today officially handed over the office to his successor, General Francis Ogolla after 44 years of illustrious career in military […]
THE GERMAN CHANCELLOR VISITS HUMANITARIAN PEACE SUPPORT SCHOOL
His Excellency, the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany Olaf Scholz today, 5th May 2023, made an official visit to the Humanitarian Peace Support School in Embakasi Garrison Nairobi […]
NEWLY APPOINTED COMMANDANT TAKE OVER JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) LEADERSHIP
NEWLY APPOINTED COMMANDANT TAKE OVER JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) LEADERSHIP The outgoing JCSC Commandant Maj Gen E M Kinuthia on 4 May 2023, handed over the leadership of […]
EMBAKASI GARRISON GOES GREEN
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel at Embakasi Garrison through Environmental Soldier Program and in partnership with Gro Initiative and Community based organizations in the area planted over 3000 trees as […]
GOVERNMENT CONTINUES TO ENFORCE PROJECTS BACKING SECURITY OPERATION IN THE NORTH RIFT.
‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ Multi-agency security team in conjunction with Baringo County Government, instigated an estimate of 20 kilometers road clearance and construction project in Kagir, Yatia location in Baringo County. […]
OUTGOING CDF BIDS FARWELL TO THE KENYA ARMY FRATERNITY
Outgoing Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Robert Kibochi on 4th May 2023 made a transitional visit to the Headquarters Kenya Army to bid farewell to the Kenya Army […]
NEWLY APPOINTED DEPUTY COMMANDER KENYA NAVY ASSUMES OFFICE
The newly appointed Deputy Commander Kenya Navy (D/Comd KN) Brigadier Yahya Abdi has today, 3 May 2023, assumed office in a handover ceremony conducted at the Kenya Navy (KN) Headquarters […]
CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES TRANSITION VISIT TO THE KENYA NAVY
The outgoing Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Robert Kibochi today, 02 May 2023, made a transitional visit to the Kenya Navy (KN) accompanied by the CDF designate General Francis […]
DEFENCE PS URGES NEWLY EMPLOYED CIVILIAN STAFF TO SERVE DILIGENTLY
Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has implored the newly employed civilian staff and interns to serve the Ministry with diligence, zeal and energy saying it is an uncommon privilege […]
ADVERTISEMENT OF VACANT POSTS (CIVILIAN STAFF)
Applications are invited for the following posts in the Ministry of Defence. Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications by completing ONE application form PSC2 (Revised 2016) […]
VICE CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES OFFICIALLY OPENS THE REGIONAL SENIOR MISSION LEADERS’ COURSE AT IPSTC
Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi today graced the official opening ceremony of the 27th Regional Senior Mission Leaders’ (RSML) Course, a first of its kind as the Vice Chief of the […]
MORE KENYANS EVACUATED FROM SUDAN
Since the evacuation of the first batch of evacuees on 24th April 2023, more groups from war-torn Sudan have been arriving in the country aboard Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) plane […]
FRUIT ORCHARD FOR NATIONAL SECURITY TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICE AT EMBAKASI GARRISON
National Security Telecommunications Service (NSTS) Multi-Agency personnel, planted over 600 fruit trees within NSTS cantonment in Embakasi Garrison. The personnel undertook the tree planting exercise in support of the government’s […]
EACRF ACHIEVES SIGNIFICANT MILESTONES IN EASTERN DRC
The deployment and current posture of the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) has registered significant milestones in North Kivu, having achieved full deployment in Eastern DRC. The EACRF Commander […]
NEW FLEET TO BOOST DEFCO LOGISTICS
The Deputy Commander Kenya Air Force Brigadier Peter Githinji accompanied by Defence Forces Canteen Organisation (DEFCO) Managing Director Brigadier Albert Nderi, presided over commissioning of new vehicles for DEFCO at […]
KENYA NAVY SCALES UP ENVIRONMENT CONSERVATION EFFORTS
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Personnel from the Kenya Navy Base(KNB) Mtongwe and Mariakani Garrison participated in a tree planting exercise at Mariakani Garrison, Kilifi County. The exercise which saw over […]
NEWLY COMMISSIONED OFFICERS WELCOMED TO THE KENYA NAVY
Commander Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Manda, Brigadier Peter Chelimo, represented the Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Jimson Mutai in hosting the newly commissioned Kenya Navy Officers in a luncheon program […]
KENYA SHIPYARDS LIMITED HOSTS KITALE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Class 8 pupils and staff from Kitale Primary School visited the Kenya Shipyards Limited (KSL) Mombasa Yard on an educational tour. During the visit, the pupils were taken on a […]
LAIKIPIA AIR BASE HOLDS IT’S INAUGURAL OFFICERS CULTURAL DAY
It was pomp and colour at Laikipia Air Base (LAB) as Officers from the Base were treated to a first of a kind cultural day under the theme “Officers comradery […]
PRESIDENT RUTO SWEARS IN GENERAL OGOLLA AND LIEUTENANT GENERAL MWANGI AS CDF AND VCDF
His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, the President of the Republic of Kenya and the Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces has early this morning witnessed the swearing in of General Francis […]
FAKE NEWS
Our attention is drawn to the factitious letter below with spurious claims. Be informed that H.E the President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Defence […]
PROMOTIONS, POSTINGS AND APPOINTMENTS OF THE OFFICERS OF KENYA DEFENCE FORCES
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VICE CHIEF OF THE DEFENCE FORCES CHAIRS THE JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE CONTROL BOARD
The Vice Chief of the Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General Francis Ogolla on Thursday 27 April 2023 chaired a regular College Control Board Meeting of the Joint Command and Staff […]
BENI-DRC:MONUSCO AND FARDC RESTORES ORDER IN REBEL PRONE NATIONAL ROUTE No. 4
The United Nations Organisation Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) troops and the National Congolese Army (FARDC) jointly planned and conducted a series of robust operations this […]
DRILL AND DUTIES COURSE 01/23 PASSOUT AT RTS
Over 132 soldiers have today 27 April 2023 graduated at the Recruits Training School (RTS) after they successfully completed six-weeks of rigorous training in Drill and Duties (D&D) Course 01/23 […]
KDF’s DISASTER RESPONSE BATTALION STUDENTS GRADUATE FROM KENYA SCHOOL OF ADVENTURE AND LEADERSHIP (KESAL) IN MT KENYA
Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Advance Course students from the Kenya Defence Force Disaster Response Battalion (DRB) today, graduated with a course in Leadership and Character Development from Kenya School of Adventure […]
CS DEFENCE AFFIRMS KENYA’S COMMITMENT TO PEACE AND SECURITY IN THE REGION
Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has affirmed the commitment of the Kenyan government to support efforts aimed at realizing the goals and objectives of peace efforts in the region. […]
LAUNCH OF TEACHING OF MANDARIN CHINESE LANGUAGE
Today, Assistant Chief of Defence Forces in charge of Operations, Planning, Doctrine and Training (ACDF OPD &T), Major General Fredrick Leuria on behalf of the Chief of the Defence Forces […]
SENIOR LEADERSHIP COURSE COMMENCES
The Commander Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Mtongwe Brigadier Yahya Abdi today, Wednesday 26 April 2023 presided over the opening ceremony of Senior Leadership Course (SLC) at 15 KR – Mariakani, […]
NDU-K HOST ZAMBIA AIR FORCE’S CENTRE FOR ADVANCE LEARNING DELEGATION
The Vice Chancellor National Defence University- Kenya (NDU-K) on 25th April 23 hosted the Zambia Air force’s Centre for Advance Learning delegation in a benchmarking forum held at the International […]
KDF PARTNERS WITH KFS IN TREE PLANTING EXERCISE
Kenya Army personnel from the 3rd Battalion, the Kenya Rifles in conjunction with the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and the local community of Kabatini in Bahati Sub County, Nakuru County, […]
EFFORTS TOWARDS A HEALTHY FORCE
Senior Commanding Officers from across the Kenya Defence Force services today, 25 April 2023 converged at the Humanitarian Peace Support School in Embakasi, to brainstorm on their roles in diseases […]
CONCERTED EFFORT TO INCREASE THE FOREST COVER IN JKUAT
Taking care of our environment has become one of the key requirements for every citizen. In this regard, soldiers from Moi Air Base (MAB) in partnership with Kenya Space Agency […]
KDF UNDERTAKES CIMIC ACTIVITIES IN SANGAILU
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel stationed at Sangailu Forward Operating Base (FOB) led by Major Julius Ngolesia undertook various Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities to residents of Koran Hindi village in […]
FIRST GROUP OF EVACUEES FROM SUDAN ARRIVE IN KENYA
On 24th April 2023, Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale, on behalf of the government, received the first group of people to be evacuated from The Sudan following days of […]
BURGAABO KDF TROOPS CONSTRUCT 90,000-LITRE UNDERGROUND WATER TANK FOR LOCALS
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops stationed at the Burgaabo Forward Operation Base (FOB) and operating under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), led by Maj Jeremiah Namasake, […]
KDF OFFERS MEDICAL CAMP IN HULUGHO
KDF troops deployed under Operation Amani Boni partnered with the local authorities led by Ijara MP Hon. Abdi Ali Abdi to offer medical service to the residents of Hulugho. Over […]
SSF AND KDF TACTICAL COMBAT CASUALTY CARE STUDENTS GRADUATE
The Deputy Commander Sector II, Colonel Safe Adan early this week presided over the closing Ceremony of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course at Level II Hospital situated at […]
EID CELEBRATION WITH KOLBIO AND HULUGHO RESIDENTS
KDF troops deployed under Operation Amani Boni, together with locals and Ijara Constituency area MP Hon Abdi Ali Abdi yesterday celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the month-long fasting of […]
DRILL AND DUTIES COURSE PARTICIPANTS GRADUATE
The Base Commander Laikipia Air Base Brigadier Mohamud Farah presided over the pass out parade for Drill and Duties Course 08/23 at Kenya Air Force Training Wing (KTW) in Moi […]
MWAK TOWARDS AN ALL INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY IN KDF
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) in collaboration with Bethany kids christian mission has today undertaken an assessment and fitting of supportive aids equipment issued to children of Kenya […]
KDF, MASSACHUSETTES NATIONAL GUARD CHAPLAINCY ENGAGEMENT
Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) Chairperson Mrs Tabitha Kibochi, joined Kenya Defence Forces Chaplaincy fratenity during the closing ceremony of Family Resiliency engagement organised by KDF chaplaincy in partnership […]
ENHANCING TECHNOLOGY IN MARITIME TRAINING
The Kenya Naval Training College (KNTC) has today Thursday 20 April 2023 received a fully equipped computer laboratory with 24 computers, 32 computer seats and computer desks from the Danish […]