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General Officer Commanding Eastern Command, Major General Juma Mwinyikai alongside OAB Commander Col. Joel Tanui today 21 March 2023 held a quarterly security meeting with elected County leaders at the […]

Today is International Day of Forests, the Kenya Navy observed this day together with other environmental stakeholders from the Coast region by learning about trees and tree planting at the […]

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) on Saturday,18th March 2023 celebrated its second anniversary and subsequently held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Defence Headquarters, in Nairobi. While […]

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) and Family Bank Group have today 20th March 2023, officially entered into partnership and launched the Construction Skills Development Project at the Ulinzi […]

A team from The Kenya Navy Hospital (TKNH) Dental department today, 20 March 2023, joined the rest of the world in observing the World Oral Health Day by providing dental […]

The Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Jimson Mutai, today 18 March 2023 hosted members of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations of the National Assembly at the […]

The Chief of Defence Forces General Robert Kibochi today, 17th March 2023 presided over the launch of the first Kenya Defence Forces Journal at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), in Nairobi. […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today opened a two-day induction workshop between the Ministry of Defence officials and members of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign […]

The Kenya Navy joined other Allied Maritime Forces on 16 March 2023 to mark the ended Multinational Maritime Exercise Cutlass Express 2023 in a ceremony held at Serena Hotel in […]

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Boxing Championship (Bora Cup) came to a close today after three days of intense matches between different KDF Formations, Bases and Units at the […]

The East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) Commander Major General Jeff Nyagah led a security team for a joint reconnaissance along the Sake-Kilolirwe Main Supply Route (MSR) in Masisi territory […]

On the second day of his official visit, Commander, Somalia National Armed Forces (SNAF), Brigadier General Odowaa Yusuf Rageh made a series of visits to Kenya Defence Forces’ institutions of […]

Kenya Defence forces (KDF) Troops stationed at BODHEI LAPSSET security camp operating under AOB, led by Bodhei FOB Officer Commanding Major Paul Orenga on behalf of LAPSSET Commander Lieutenant Colonel […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating in Somalia under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS II) led by Commander Sector II, Brigadier William Kamoiro on 15th March 2023 […]

The highly contested Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Boxing Championship (Bora Cup) enters it’s second day today 15 March 2023 with Nairobi Garrison dominating the 16 bouts match, at the […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today accompanied the visiting President of the Republic of Italy His Excellency Sergio Mattarella for a working visit at the Luigi Broglio Space […]

Chief of the Defence Forces General Robert Kibochi has today hosted the Commander of Somalia National Armed Forces Brigadier General Odawa Yusuf Rage for a courtesy call at the Defence […]

Commandant Defence Headquarters Camp Administration Unit (DHQ CAU), Brigadier Lawrence Ntoyai, who is also the Chairman of the Defence Forces Boxing Association ( DEFABA) has today 14th March 2023, officially […]

Muslim Women soldiers together with spouses to Muslim Military Personnel, were today 14 March 2023, treated to a Muslim Women Seminar held at Lang’ata Barracks. The seminar which is a […]

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Deputy Force Commander in charge of Operations and Plans, Major General Marius Ngendabanka, and the Deputy Force Commander in charge of Support […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale and his Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Affairs counterpart Dr. Alfred Mutua, have this evening received, His Excellency Sergio Mattarella, President of the […]

The Defence Forces Boxing Association (DEFABA) led by it’s Vice Chairperson Colonel Paul Mung’ori, has today 13th March 2023 held preliminary meetings, in preparation for the Chief of Defence Forces […]

Kenya Defence Forces troops under the Multi agency Operation Maliza Uhalifu from Chesitet forward operating base in Baringo County, on Sunday,12 March 2023 conducted a free medical camp at Kapau, […]

The East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) Commander Major General Jeff Nyagah on Saturday, 11 March 23 briefed the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) members visiting Goma, on the security […]

Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General P. M Njiru, on 11 March 2023, visited troops under the Multi agency operation in the North Rift, geared towards ending banditry. The commander visited […]

Kenya Meat Commission (KMC) Board of Commissioners paid a visit to the KMC factory at Kibarani in Mombasa County. Led by KMC Chairman Lt Gen (Rtd) Joseph Kasaon, the Board […]

His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, the President of the Republic of Kenya and the Commander-in-Chief (C-in-C) of the Kenya Defence Forces has today Friday, 10 March 2023 presided over the […]

The Kenya Defence Forces medical personnel from 20 Parachute Battalion stationed at Chesitet Military camp in Baringo County operating under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ in unison with Medical Missions Africa (MEMA), […]

A Joint Bureau comprising the Ad Hoc Committee, Expanded Joint Verification Mechanism (EJVM), East Africa Community Regional Force (EACRF) and the East Africa Community Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (EACMVM) on […]

Mrs. Mercy Njiru, spouse to Commander Kenya Army and member of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) on 09th March 2023 joined Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel, staff and […]

Operation Amani Boni Commander Col. Joel Tanui in the company of Sector South Commander Lt Col. Charles Imbo accompanied other multi-agency troop commanders as they visited security officers deployed in […]

The Vice Chief of Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General Francis Ogolla has today met the Ethiopian Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Bacha Debele at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. The […]

Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru has called for joint collaboration between the Kenya Space Agency and the Italian Space Agency to enable the two countries reap the fortunes of space […]

Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru has reassured the Ministry’s support to help mitigate the ongoing drought in the country termed as the worst to ever hit the nation in four […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating under African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS II) were joined by Somali National Police women and a group of women from Dhobley region,on […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Aden Duale has today, 08 February 2023, reaffirmed the government ’s commitment to end banditry, restore peace and normalcy in the six counties declared as dangerous […]

Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) Major General John Omenda on 8th March 2023 precided over the annual Defence Forces Technical College (DEFTEC) sports and Cultural day at the Moi Air […]

Senior Joint Command and Staff Course participants and Staff from the Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) in Karen visited the Kenya Navy (KN) Headquarters in Mtongwe. The participants, led […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has met leaders from Wajir and Mandera Counties today to discuss the security status in the region. The meeting held at the Defence Headquarters, […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today met senior officials from the State Department for Lands, Uasin Gishu County Government and the National Lands Commission (NLC) to resolve the […]

In the spirit of thanksgiving after a year of deployment in operation areas, Kenya Army troops from the 40 Ranger Battalion on 5th March 2023 visited Samaritan Children’s Home in […]

The Kenya Defence Forces completed day two (2) of the Strategic Airlift and Logistics Support to the Contingent from Burundi to the Democratic Republic of Congo via Goma International Airport. […]

The Kenya Navy has joined other Maritime Forces from nations around the world in the Multinational Maritime Exercise Cutlass Express 2023 that commenced on 05 March 2023 with an opening […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today Monday 6 March 2023 held discussions with the Slovak Ambassador to Kenya, HE Katarina Zuffa Leligdonova at his Defence Headquarters’ office, Nairobi. […]

The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC-KAREN) Maj Gen E M Kinuthia together with college leadership and faculty members led the Senior Joint Command and Staff Course 38/2022/23 for […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today presided over the closing ceremony of a shooting match between Kenya and England teams organized by the Kenya Sports Shooting Federation (KSSF) […]

The Republic of Burundi deployed its troops to the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as part of the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) on Sunday, 5th March 2023. […]

The Kenya Defence Forces Roman Catholic Faithful today, 05 March 2023, congregated for a thanksgiving and fundraising day in completion of the Multipurpose Hall at Our Lady Star of the […]

Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru wrapped up a two-day team-building exercise that brought together all the Heads of Department in the Ministry. The forum was aimed at creating synergy among […]

Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) conducted a mentorship programme to General Service Officer cadets (GSO) intake 10/23 and Graduate Degree holders cadets intake 41 at Kenya Military Academy (KMA) […]

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) in partnership with Family Bank Group Foundation made preliminary site visit at Lang’ata barracks, in preparation for rolling out Technical Vocational Education Training […]

Garrison Commander Lang’ata Barracks, Brigadier Isaako Jardesa on behalf of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Robert Kibochi officiated over the closing ceremony of the CDF Bora Cup Championship, […]

Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru has today opened a two-day team-building workshop for the Ministry’s Heads of Department in Naivasha to create synergy among participants and enhance their service delivery. […]

Kenya Army soldiers from the Kenya Army Corps of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (KACEME) in conjunction with Greens of Africa Foundation on Friday 03 March 2023 conducted a tree planting […]

A team of Kenya Navy Divers have today, 03 March 2023, graduated after undergoing a 5-week strenuous Deep Diving Course in a ceremony held at the Kenya Navy Training College […]

The Regional Representative, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Dr. Eddi Atte has today 03 March 2023 paid a courtesy call to the Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Honorable Aden Duale at the […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today 3 March 2023 hosted the Chairman of Kenya Sports Shooting Federation, Mr. Mohamed Shoiab Vayani at his Defence Headquarters’ office, Nairobi. The […]

The Defence Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (DESACCO) held its 4th Annual Delegates Meeting (ADM) today 02 March 2023. The two-day training event brought together delegates from various units to […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has led senior officials in signing the 2022/23 performance contract between the Ministry of Defence and the Semi-Autonomous Government Agencies (SAGAS) affiliated with the […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today 02 March 2023 appeared before the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations to elaborate more on KDF’s deployment in the joint […]

On 02 Mar 23, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops stationed at Bodhei LAPSSET security camp operating under OAB distributed water and food to the community of Bodhei, Majengo village in […]

Commander Kenya Navy (KN) Major General Jimson Mutai has today received a new Damage Control Unit (DCU) donated by the British and Danish Governments’ partnership in a ceremony held at […]

The Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General John Omenda, and officers from KAF are participating in the 12th African Air Chiefs Symposium (AACS) in Darkar, Senegal, hosted by Senegalese […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today met Lady Justice Martha Koome, the Chief Justice and the President of the Supreme Court of Kenya at her office in Nairobi. […]

The inaugural Kenya Navy Marine Commandos Basic Training Course was officially launched today, 28 February 2023 by the Commandant Kenya Naval Training College (KNTC) Colonel Eliud Keter in a colorful […]

The Commandant Defence Headquarters Camp Administration Unit (DHQ CAU) Colonel Lawrence Ntoyai, the chairman of the Defence Forces Netball Association (DFNA), has today 27th February 2023 on behalf of the […]

The new Sector Two Commander, in charge of the second African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS II) Sector Two, Brigadier William Kamoiro on 24th February 2023, assumed duty. He […]

Lieutenant Colonel (Rtd) Joshua Korigo Barno, the first Kenyan Commanding Officer (CO) to head a military unit after Kenya gained independence. Earlier this year, he was taken ill at his […]

British Royal Airforce (RAF) Air Vice Marshall, Richard Madison, Air Officer Commanding (AOC) 22 Group on 24th February 2023 paid a courtesy call to the Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), […]

Thursday, 23 February 2023, Rift Valley County Commissioner, Dr. Abdi Hassan, held a press briefing in Nakuru on the ongoing Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) in the North Rift aimed at […]

Moi Air Base (MAB) Netball team on 23rd February 2023 put their best foot forward as they received MAB flag from the Base Commander MAB Brigadier Samwel Kipkorir at MAB […]

The Somalia-Frontline Chiefs of Defence Forces/Chiefs of Defence Staff, on 23rd February 2023, held a meeting to deliberate on the regional efforts towards stabilisation of Somalia and eradication of terrorism […]

The Joint Multinational Field Training Exercise(FTX) dubbed Justified Accord 2023 came to a close today at the School of Infantry Isiolo in a ceremony presided over by Commanding General US […]

Kisimayo has had history With Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in 2011, together with the then town Governor Ahmed Madobe,now the Jubbaland President and Brigadier Kamoiro remembers vividly efforts that were […]

Kenya Army (KA) Headquarters Chaplain Colonel Father (Col Fr) George Maingi today, 22 February 2023 led Catholic Faithfuls, their families and pupils of Mariakani Primary School in observing Ash Wednesday […]

Commander Southern European Task Force Africa Major General Todd Wasmund on Wednesday, 22 February 2023 paid a courtesy call to the Deputy Army Commander Major General William Shume at the […]

Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru has today hosted officials from MEDEF International, a leading consortium of French companies dealing with technology, defence and security equipment. The PS noted that Kenya […]

Any military force must interact with all elements in it’s mission area to foster understanding and cohesion in undertaking key operational mandates.The outgoing Sector Two Commander Brigadier Jattani Gula introduced […]

Commander Combined Task Force (CCTF) 150 Captain James Byron of United Kingdom Royal Navy on 21 February 2023 concluded a two-day visit to the Kenya Navy during his regional cooperation […]

The new Deputy Force Commander (DFC), in charge of Support and Logistics for the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), Major General Peter Muteti, has assumed duty. He replaces […]

Justified Accord 2023 (JA23) medical personnel from Kenya Defence Forces and US Army have today concluded a two-day free medical camp in Samburu County. Day two saw the medics visit […]

Kenya Defence Forces and United States Army medical personnel operating under Justified Accord 2023, in collaboration with Archer’s Post Sub-County Hospital have today conducted Civil-Military Cooperation to residents of Archer’s […]

The Deputy Commander Kenya Navy (KN)Brigadier Lawrence Gituma officiated the closing ceremony of a three-day KN inter-units football tournament on Friday, 17 February 2023, at Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro stadium at […]

The Kenya Defence Forces’ 11 Battery Air Defence (AD) in collaboration with Beyond Zero mobile clinic and Mugie Ranch Conservancy today concluded a two-day medical campaign conducted in Lodabu, Posta […]

Kenya Air Force flight crew benefited from a 3-day survival exercise dubbed ‘Fika Salama’ conducted at Moi Air Base (MAB), Eastleigh and Oletepesi, Kajiado county. The exercise which commenced on […]

KDF and US Army troops under Justified Accord 2023 will be conducting a free Medical Camp on 18th and 19th February 2023 from 9am, in Isiolo County. Justified Accord is […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary, Aden Duale has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Council of Ministers of the East Africa Standby Force (EASF) during a Policy Organs Meeting held in […]

Students from Boni schools within Mararani, Mangai, Basuba and Milimani in Lamu County were today airlifted from their respective villages to join Arid Zone Junior secondary school, Mokowe courtesy of […]

The Base Commander Moi Air Base (MAB), Brigadier Samwel Kipkorir on Wednesday, 15th February 2023, led Staff Officers at Headquarters MAB in welcoming Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) staff […]

The Chief of Defence Forces General Robert Kibochi today, 15th February 2023, officially commissioned Ulinzi Main Gate House at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. The construction of the modern Ulinzi […]

Kenya Army Headquarters Chief of Training, Brigadier Benedict Mzee has today visited KDF and other multinational troops in the ongoing Justified Accord 2023 exercise at the School of infantry Isiolo. […]

The Vice Chief of Defence Forces Lt Gen Francis Ogolla has today met Lt Gen Asrat Denero Amad who is the head of the envoy deployed to South Sudan as […]

Chinese Defence Attachè (DA) to Kenya, Senior Colonel Qiu Yawei, today, Tuesday 14 February 2023, paid a courtesy call to Commander Kenya Navy Major General (Maj Gen) Jimson Mutai at […]

H.E. Dr William Ruto, the president of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces, has today ordered for joint security operations in the North […]

Kenya Defence Forces troops and other allied states are participating in this year’s Justified Accord 2023 (JA23) exercise in the School of Infantry, Isiolo. The two-week exercise started today and […]

The Ministry of Defence notifies the Public that the process of selection of candidates for interviews carried out between 5th September, 2022 to 7th October, 2022 for various advertised vacancies is complete. The successful […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today Friday 10 February 2023 hosted the Indonesian Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Muhamad Hery Saripudin at his Defence Headquarters’ office, Nairobi. The […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held talks with the Director of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre  (UNCCT) Dr. Jehangir Khan who paid him a courtesy visit at […]

Members of the public are notified that Kenya Defence Forces is not conducting a recruitment exercise. Members of the public are urged to verify information on employment advertisements on the […]

The East Africa Community Chiefs of Defence Forces/ Chiefs of Defence Staff on 9th February 2023, held a meeting to address the peace and security challenges in Eastern DRC in […]

Defence Principal Secretary, Patrick Mariru has emphasized the importance of Personal Financial Management among the Ministry Staff terming it a crucial step towards improvement of their lives and subsequently serving […]

Today, 8 February 2023, Commander Operation Amani Boni (OAB) Col. Joel Tanui donated football kits and others sports gear to Mangai FC, a local football club in Lamu County. Speaking […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today Wednesday 8 February 2023 hosted the Belarus Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Pavel Vziatkin at his Defence Headquarters’ office, Nairobi. The two […]

As hundreds of Form One students report for their first day in secondary school, three students from Lamu county who excelled in 2022 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education examinations were […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale and CS Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Hon. Alfred Mutua received the President of the Republic of Eritrea His Excellency Isaias Afwerki at […]

Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Jimson L Mutai called on the Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi at Navy Headquarters in Islamabad, Pakistan during his […]

Assistant Chief of the Defence Forces in charge of Personnel and Logistics (ACDF P&L), Major General Muthuri Kiugu today paid a courtesy call to the Military Wives Association of Kenya […]

Kenya through the Ministry of Defence hosted the East African Community (EAC) Defence Experts Meeting at Nairobi. The two-day meeting which started today is aimed at evaluating the current security […]

Moi Forces Lanet Academy Chairman, who is also the General Officer Commanding Western Command Major General David Tarus, together with the Board of Management (BOM), the newly posted Principal Mrs. […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today Tuesday 7 February 2023 hosted the US Ambassador in Kenya Ms Margret Whitman at his Defence Headquarters’ offices, Nairobi. The two leaders […]

The Chairperson, Board of Management (BOM) Members and Parents of Moi Forces Academy – Lanet on 03 February 2023 oversaw a handover ceremony between the outgoing Principal Mrs. Jedidah Mwangi […]

The National Defence University-Kenya held its 3rd Regular council meeting in Lanet, Nakuru. During the meeting, the CDF noted the milestones that have been accomplished including the promulgation and implementation […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale hosted officials from the Kenya United States Liaison Office (KUSLO) led by Ms. Jessie Evans at his Defence Headquarters offices. The high-level meeting was […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Italian Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Roberto Natali at his office at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. The two leaders […]

The Vice Chief of Defence Forces (VCDF), Lieutenant General Francis Ogolla, has today presided over the official opening of the meeting of Commandants of East Africa Community (EAC) partner states’ […]

The President His Excellency Dr. William Ruto and the Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces today Wednesday 01 February 2023 graced the Summit of Heads-of-States and the government of Somalia’s brotherly […]

On 31 Jan 22, The Kenyan Quick Reaction Force contingent deployed in the Democratic Republic of Congo under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in DR Congo (MONUSCO) conducted area […]

Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru has today received the Nautical Maritime Charts of the Lamu Archipelago in Kenya from the Indian High Commissioner to Kenya, Her Excellency Namgya Khampa at […]

The Principal Secretary for Defence Hon. Patrick Mariru has today hosted officials from the Management Consultancy Services Division under the State Department of Public Service, Gender and Affirmative Action. The […]

Defence Principal Secretary, Patrick Mariru has today hosted officials from the United States at the Defence Headquarters, where they held substantive engagement on building the capacity of the civilian component […]

Teachers in schools near Boni forest were today, 30 January 2023 airlifted to their various schools by the KDF choppers as education commenced for the first term in the region. […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today Monday, 30 January 2023 hosted the Swiss Armed Forces Director of International Relations Brigadier General Markus Maders at his office at the […]

The East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) deployed in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday, 29th January 2023 restored water supply to residents of Kabaya, Biluma, Rumangabo and […]

Nzoia FC bagged maximum points after stunning Ulinzi Football Club with a 2-1 defeat in a dramatic comeback to claim Top-of-Table position at Ulinzi Sports Complex- Langata. The two teams […]

The Senior Joint Command and Staff Course 38-22/23 today, 28 January 2023, held its annual Cultural Day in Karen, Nairobi, under the theme ‘Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity for Common Global […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today Friday 27 January 2023 hosted the United Kingdom Special Envoy for the Great Lakes, Ms Alison Thorpe at his office at Defence […]

The Under-Secretary-General, Special Coordinator on Improving the United Nations response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, Mr. Christian Saunders has today Friday 27 January 2023 paid a courtesy visit to Defence […]

The Principal Secretary for Defence Hon. Patrick Mariru, on 26 January 2023, made his maiden visit to the various civilian departments in the Ministry of Defence, domiciled at the Defence […]

The Kenya Navy, US Navy, and Israel and other regional partners have today, 27 January 2023, concluded a five-day Central Partnership Station 2 (CPS 2) training and capacity building in […]

A two week tournament dubbed Moi Air Base (MAB) Inter-Wings ball game competition has come to an end today. The Tournament was held at Sina Makosa grounds and MAB gymnasium […]

General Officer Commanding Eastern Command, Major General Juma Mwinyikai alongside OAB Commander Col. Joel Tanui and Deputy Commander 6 Brigade Col. Emmanuel Ptiony visited villages of Mararani and Mangai in […]

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) in conjunction with Cooperative and Family Banks has today 25th January 2023, handed over seven scholarships to bright but needy students of the […]

General Officer Commanding Eastern Command, Major General Juma Mwinyikai alongside OAB Commander Col. Joel Tanui and Deputy Commander 6 Brigade Col. Emmanuel Ptiony today 25 January 2023 paid a visit […]

General Officer Commanding Western Command Major General (Maj Gen) David Tarus and Samburu County Governor Hon Leti Leletit on 24 January 2023 held a meeting with the Multi-Agency Technical Committee […]

The Kenya Signals Company (KENSIG-1 Coy) personnel who form part of the Kenya Defence Forces troops deployed under United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo, on […]

Commander Kenya Navy (KN) Major General Jimson Mutai today 23 January 2023 presided over the official opening of Central Partnership Stations 2 (CPS 2) events; the Women, Peace and Security […]

Danish ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Ole Thonke has today paid a courtesy call to the Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The two […]

Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Aden Duale has today Monday, 23 January 2023 hosted the Czech Ambassador to Kenya, His Excellency Martin Klepetko at his offices at Defence Headquarters, in […]

The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC-KAREN) Maj Gen E M Kinuthia led faculty members in an outdoor training of Tactical Exercise Without Troops for Senior Joint Command and […]

Arch Bishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya, Most Rev.Dr. Jackson Ole Sapit, has today presided over a liturgy for confirmation of new members to Kenya Anglican Men’s Association, Mothers’ […]

Major General (Rtd) Joseph Kivunzi and the local administration of Mavui, Kiusyani in Kitui County, led the community in a tree-planting exercise. The exercise was geared towards the restoration of […]

National Defence College (NDC) today 21 January 2023 held its annual Cultural Day in Karen, Nairobi. With this year’s theme dubbed ‘Fusion of knowledge and cultural diversity for prosperity’ the […]

Major Ibrahim Juma Wasike, a Kenya Defence Forces Officer has today, 20th January 2023 been sentenced to five years and eight months in prison by a Court Martial sitting at […]

Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Robert Kibochi is on an official visit to the Kingdom of Jordan to enhance defence partnership and bilateral cooperation. The Chief of Defence Forces […]

On Tuesday 10 January 2023, the Commandant Joint Command and Staff College Maj General E M Kinuthia hosted Maj Gen Andrew Roe the Chief Executive and Commandant of Defence Academy […]

Ulinzi Stars have today scooped three important points after shattering Bandari FC two goals against one goal in a fascinating midweek match at the Ulinzi Sports Complex-Langa’ta in Nairobi. The […]

Moi Air Base (MAB) has completed a five day youth mentorship program conducted at the MAB Primary School. During the program the participants, drawn from KDF families, engaged with facilitators […]

Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today hosted H.E Amb. Souef, The Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for Somalia, for a courtesy call visit […]

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 094/23 commenced on 16 Jan 23. The course comprises of 42 participants drawn from all Services of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF). The […]

Ulinzi Stars FC put their best foot forward when they faced off Friendly Forces Police FC at Kasarani stadium. The much anticipated match brought about rejuvenated fans both from the […]

Kenya Quick Reaction Force 2 deployed under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo carried out a water distribution exercise to locals in MbaliMasu IDP […]

Brig. Paul Otieno, Managing Director for the Kenya Shipyards Limited, presents a souvenir to His Excellency President William Ruto, Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces of the Republic of Kenya during […]

‘Promises to keep and miles to go,’ a book that recounts painstakingly Lt. General (Rtd) Humphrey Njoroge’s life hurdles as a normal child , rising to the highest KDF position […]

The Principal Secretary for Defence, Hon. Patrick Mariru has today made twin visits at the Kenya Army (KA) and Kenya Air Force (KAF) Headquarters in Nairobi to familiarize  himself on […]

The Chairman Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC) Mr. Kithinji Kiragu has today 13 January 2023 paid a courtesy visit to Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale at the Defence Headquarters […]

The Chief of General Staff (CGS) of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC), Lieutenant General Christian Tshiwewe on Wednesday, January 11 2023 visited the East African […]

The Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary General (DSRSG) for the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) Ms Anita Kiki Gbeho has today paid a courtesy visit to Defence […]

Kenya Army Commanding Officers and Commandants have begun an annual conference, which is aimed at reviewing their performance, discussing their Units operational and mission readiness and developing approaches to the […]

The Vice Chancellor National Defence University-Kenya Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi and his counterpart Commandant United Kingdom Defence Academy, Major General Andrew Roe on 10th January 2023, held a consultative meeting […]

His Excellency Zsolt Meszaros, Ambassador of the Republic of Hungary to Kenya, on Monday, 09 Jan 23 paid a courtesy visit to Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale […]

Today was a day to recon at the Ulinzi Sports Complex-Lang’ata as Ulinzi Stars FC and Ulinzi starlets both bagged three points after their matches. Ulinzi Stars FC took the […]

Commander Army Special Operation Brigade (ASOB), Brigadier Ahmed Saman engaged Soldiers operating under Operation Amani Boni (OAB) in Sarira and Kolbiyow in Garissa County and Kiunga in Lamu County. He […]

The Kenya Defence Forces veterans from Wajir county under the Defence Forces Comrades Association (DEFOCA) banner, led by their patron Lieutenant Colonel (Rtd) Prof. Mohammef Yusuf Elmi and Lieutenant Colonel […]

Major General Juma Mwinyikai, General Officer Commanding Eastern Command on 06 Jan 2023, visited a number of selected forward operation bases under Operation Amani Boni in Lamu County. Maj Gen […]

The Multi agency security team commanders in ‘Operation Komesha Uhalifu’ on 06 January 2023 held a meeting with the G.O.C Western Command, Major General David Tarus, and National government administration […]

Two-time World 5000 metres champion Senior Sergeant (Ssgt) Hellen Obiri again asserted her dominance as she defended her 10 kilometres women’s race win, during the 42nd edition of the Kenya […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF’s) troops stationed at Bodhei LAPSSET security camp operating under OAB decided to end the year in style by giving back to the community of Majengo village […]

Principal Secretary (PS) in the Ministry of Defence Mr Patrick Mariru on Thursday, 05 January 2023, made a maiden tour of Laikipia Air Base (LAB). The PS was received by […]

The East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) troops led by the Contingent Commander Colonel Daniel Rotich on Wednesday, 4th January 2022 conducted reconnaissance patrols within the localities of Rumangambo, Kisigari […]

Ulinzi Stars has today thrashed Mathare United Football Club 3 -1 in a rollercoaster match played at Ulinzi Sports Complex – Langata. The visiting team seemed to have the better […]

The Kenya Quick Reaction Force KEN QRF 2 deployed in the Democratic Republic of Congo under United Nations Organization Stabilisation Mission in Congo (MONUSCO) are conducting dominance patrols, in the […]

The Kenya Quick Reaction Force, KEN-QRF 2 Contingent deployed under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) played a friendly football match against Mavivi […]

A delegation from the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF), The Ad Hoc Verification Mechanism and the Extended Joint Verification Mechanism held a meeting at Kibumba to assess the progress […]

The local populace at Kibumba reported to the Kenyan Contingent-East Africa Community Regional Force (EACRF) at Kibumba Centre, loss of cattle at the Rwanda – Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale in the company of Vice Chief of Defence Forces Lt. General Francis Ogolla visited gallant KDF troops operating in various Forward Operating […]

East African Community Regional Force troops deployed at Kibumba on the evening of Thursday, 29 December 2022 assisted area locals to move their farm produce to Kibati area following a […]

Kenyan Troops Heighten Patrols In DRC Amid Festive Season. The Kenyan Contingent deployed under the United Nations Organisation Stabilition Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo ( MONUSCO) has intensified […]

A team from the Laikipia County Government led by H.E Governor Joshua Irungu held a consultative meeting with Laikipia Air Base (LAB) Leadership led by the Base Commander LAB, Brigadier […]

An atmosphere of happiness and Joy engulfed Moi Air Base, Eastleigh as the Base hosted it’s annual Children’s party. Hundreds of children accompanied by their parents paraded at Service members […]

Troops from the 3rd Battalion, the Kenya Rifles conducted a visit to Home Boys Ranch Children Home located in Pipeline, Nakuru County. The Ranch is a missionary sponsored institution focused […]

Christmas came early for Mother Teresa Children’s home, Huruma as they were visited by a team from Moi Air Base (MAB). The team, led by Deputy Base Commander MAB Colonel […]

The Cabinet Secretary (CS) Ministry of Defence Hon Aden Duale continued with his festive season tour, visiting KDF troops stationed at Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Manda Bay, Kolbio and Bodhei. […]

This year’s Christmas Day was a blessing to hundreds of IDPs after a resettlement exercise was conducted in Kibumba on Sunday, 25 December 22. The exercise was a collective effort […]

Kenya Defence Cabinet Secretary Honorable Aden Duale and Vice Chief of Defence Forces Lieutenant General Francis Ogolla on 25th December 2022 made a visit to Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops […]

Chief of Defence Forces General Robert Kibochi has concluded a three-day visit to troops at Mariakani Garrison in Kilifi county, Manda, Sarira and Baure in Lamu County, and, Wajir, Konton […]

As the world ushers in the Christmas and New Year season, the Deputy Army Commander Major General (Maj Gen) William Shume representing Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General Peter Njiru on […]

In- line with the ongoing national tree restoration campaign launched by His Excellency Hon. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Defence […]

PS Defence Patrick Mariru treated in a quickstep dance by members of the Lakipia County Tree Nurseries Association during a national treat planting day to ensure total national Defence. Principal […]

As we count down to 2023. Let us revisit some notable milestones in our mission and mandate delivery in the year 2022. Todays, documentary is on the countrywide Defence Forces […]

Commander Kenya Navy (KN) Major General (Maj Gen) Jimson Mutai toured the Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Manda Bay in Lamu County as part of the Commander’s end of year tour […]

A continuous operational review is critical for the achievement of peace and stability in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Kenyan Contingent Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Denis Obiero […]

The Kenya Signal Company (KENSIG-1 Coy) personnel who form part of the Kenya Defence Forces troops deployed under United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO), […]

Kenya Quick Reaction Force (QRF) troops deployed in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) helped stranded motorists at Ofaye along Eringeti – Komanda road. More than 20 vehicles comprising of […]

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 093/22 that commenced on 12 September 22 ended on 16 December 2022 . The course ran for 14 weeks with 41 participants drawn […]

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating in Somalia under African Transition Mission in Somalia ATMIS today, 19 December 2022 received six Armoured Personnel Carriers (APC) from ATMIS FHQs Mogadishu […]

CS Defence Hon. Aden Duale received H.E. Sebastian Groth, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany in Kenya at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi on 19th , December 2022. The courtesy […]

Courtesy call to CS Defence Hon. Aden Duale by Mr. Arnaud Suquet, Ambassador of France to Kenya at the Defence Headquarters on 19th, December 2022.  

Ulinzi stars came from a goal down to a 1- 1 draw in an evenly contested and thrilling Football Kenya Federation (FKF) premier leaque match at Ulinzi Sports Complex in […]

Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Peter Njiru has this week toured Formations and Units in Isiolo and Nairobi regions. The visits are part of the Commander’s end of […]

Peace and Security remain a concern for the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) as the force enhances operations in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Kenyan Contingent […]

A delegation from the Commission for University Education (CUE) led by Professor Grace Njoroge paid an inspection tour to the Defence College of Health Sciences (DCHS) a college of the […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating in Somalia under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) have offered medical services to the locals in their area of responsibility through […]

Brigadier Yahya Abdi, Commander Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Mtongwe has today led the Kenya Navy fraternity in marking the 58th Kenya Navy (KN) Day at Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro stadium at […]

A delegation of the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF), Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) and the Ad Hoc Verification Mechanism visited Kibumba on Monday, 12 […]

The end of the year is the quintessential time for us all to look back, reflect, and be reminded of all we have been through, where we are headed, and […]

Kenya Quick Reaction Force 2 Contingent deployed under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) marked Kenya’s 59th Jamuhuri day celebrations with local residents […]

H.E President William Ruto the Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces joined Kenyans in marking the 59th Jamhuri Day celebrations at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. This year’s Jamhuri […]

Kenya Signal Company (KENSIG1) deployed under United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo and their friendly Forces, the Indian Battalion, completed a three-day training on crowd […]

The Base Commander Wajir Air Base (WAB) Brigadier Stephen Sane Launched a Tree Planting Exercise at the Base. The campaign conducted, in partnership with Kenya Forestry Services will continue until […]

Chief of Research and Development (R&D) Brigadier Gilbert Oduor, on Friday , 09 December 2022, led senior military and civilian officers, service members, and their families in an annual thanksgiving […]

The Kenyan Contingent operating under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) conducted joint assurance patrols with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) forces in Mudja area, Eastern DRC yesterday. […]

The Acting Director General (Ag. DG) of the Kenya Space Agency (KSA) Brigadier Hillary Kipkosgey has reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to nurture the development of Space sector in the country […]

Commanding Officer (CO) Moi Air Base (MAB) Headquarter Wing Lieutenant Colonel Joseph Kahindi has today 8th December 2022 presided over an aerobics fitness challenge at the MAB gymnasium in a […]

Mozambique’s High Commissioner to Kenya H.E Jeronimo Chivavi paid a courtesy call to the CS Defence on 08 Dec 22. He congratulated the CS for his appointment into the Defence […]

St Michael AC Church from Defence Headquarters on Thursday 08 December 2022 visited New Hope Children’s home in Kawagware, Nairobi where they donated assorted foodstuffs, clothes, mattresses, diapers, books among […]

The Ministry of Defence Military and Civilian staff have bade farewell to the outgoing Ministry of Defence Chief Administrative Secretary Hon. Peter Odoyo and Principal Secretary Dr.Ibrahim Mohamed at a […]

Courtesy call by Amb. Subutay Yuskel, Ambassador of Turkey to Kenya at CS Defence Aden Duale on 07 December 2022. The two leaders held talks focusing on the existing cooperation […]

H.E Mr Peter Madden Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to Kenya today 07 December 2022 paid a courtesy call to CS Defence Hon. Adan Duale in Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. […]

Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) have today Wednesday 7 December 2022 held a team building exercise at Karura Forest in line with their thematic pillar of […]

Kenyan troops deployed in Democratic Republic of Congo DRC under the United Nations Stabilization Mission in DRC (MONUSCO) carried out patrol duties in the general area of Mamove village within […]

Members of the public are notified that the Ministry of Defence has not issued the under mentioned tender. It is fake. Always verify all information on tender advertisements by MoD […]

Members of the public are notified that DEFCO is not hiring. Always verify information on employment or tender advertisements by MoD on our social media pages or contacting the Ministry […]

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating in Somalia under African Transition Mission in Somalia ATMIS, today 07 December 2022 were awarded AU medals of honour for their contributions to […]

Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) have today, Tuesday 06 December 2022, conducted a sensitization seminar to Senior Officers, Officers and Warrant Officers at the Defence Headquarters, […]

The Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) Major General John Omenda presided over the first graduatio of the Aviation Centre of Excellence (ACE) course 01 at Laikipia Air Base (LAB) on […]

Ministry of Defence invites bids for the underlisted vehicles, equipment and general stores. Eligible and interested bidders are invited to submit their bids.

On Friday, 02 December 2022, the Kenya Army personnel from the 8th Mechanised Infantry Brigade and the 5th Battalion, the Kenya Rifles planted over 1,000 trees within the cantonment of […]

Movement from Kenya to DRC of KDF Troops, warfare equipment and the logistical component of the Kenyan Contigent operating under East African Community Regional Force in DRC has been successful […]

Dr. Ibrahim Mohamed has today, 5 December 2022, handed over the Ministry of Defence (MoD) Principal Secretary (PS) docket to the incoming PS Hon. Patrick Mariru at the Defence Headquarters […]

Ulinzi stars FC bounced back on Saturday, 3 December 2022, when they beat Posta Rangers 1-0 in an entertaining afternoon match played at the Ulinzi Sports complex, Lang’ata. Hillary Simiyu […]

The Defence Cabinet Secretary Mr Aden Duale on 2nd December 2022 presided over the closing ceremony of a Command Post Exercise at Gilgil Garrison in Nakuru County. The exercise is […]

The National Defence University- Kenya (NDU-K) has today, Friday 2 December 2022, matriculated the first cohort of 177 cadets in a historic and colorful event at the institution’s main campus […]

The Commandant National Defence College Lieutenant General A K Kendagor has today 2 December 2022 led a team of students from National Defence College on an Educational tour to the […]

The Kenya Defence Forces has today Thursday, 1 December 2022, joined Kenyans and the rest of the world in observing the annual World Aids Day in various military barracks in […]

Courtesy call by Ms Lisa Filipetto, head of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) to CS Defence Hon Aden duale on 01 December 2022

His Excellency Zhou Pingjian Ambassador of the people’s Republic of China to Kenya paid a courtesy call to Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Defence Hon. Aden Duale at the Defence Headquarters […]

Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) have today Wednesday 30th November 2022, concluded a two-day sensitization exercise to Commanding Officers (COs) and Officers Commanding (OCs) various military […]

The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has today, Tuesday 29 November 2022, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Directorate of Resource Surveys and Remote Sensing (DRSRS) that will see […]

On Tuesday, 29 November 2022, Military Police Corps of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in partnership with Greens of Africa Foundation participated in planting over 20,000 trees in Kipipiri, Nyandarua […]

The Kenya Defence Force ‘Ulinzi’ Taekwondo team, on 29th November 2022, spent time at Mother Teresa children’s home, Huruma, as part of their annual thanks giving event. The team was […]

The Assistant Chief of Defence of Forces in charge of Personnel and Logistics (ACDF P&L), Major General Muthuri Kiugu, today, 28 November 2022,  officiated the Annual Delegates Meeting of the […]

The communique from the mini-summit on peace and security in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo held on 23rd November 2022 in Luanda, Angola came as […]

Deputy Commander, Kenya Army Major General Peter Muteti has today Saturday 26 November 2022 commissioned the third batch of the main body deployed to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) […]

Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) have today Friday, 25 November 2022 continued with their series of sensitization tours to Commanding Officers (COs) and Officers Commanding (OCs) […]

Kenya Defence Forces troops in Turkana County, led by the Commander 110 Brigade, Brigadier Peter Assava, on Friday, 25 November 2022, engaged with leaders from Turkana County Government in discussions […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Adan Duale today separately hosted two dignitaries H.E. Okaniwa Ken Ambassador of Japan to Kenya and Dr. Annette Weber, European Union Special Envoy for […]

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 093/22 commenced on 08 Sep 22. The course comprise of 42 participants drawn from different services of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF). The […]

The Kenyan contingent serving under the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo joined local government representatives to mark World’s Children Day at Irumu. In line with […]

The East African Regional Force (EACRF) Commander Major General Jeff Nyagah has assured residents of the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) that the force remains committed to a lasting […]

The Force Commander of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the DR Congo (MONUSCO), Lieutenant General Marcos De Sa Affonso Da Costa paid a visit to Kenyan troops deployed under […]

The Deputy Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) Brig Mwamburi led faculty members in the conduct of Command post exercise (CPX) for Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 093/22 […]

The UK Minister for the Armed Forces, Rt. Hon James Heappey, paid a courtesy call to the Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Honorable Aden Duale at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi on […]

The Commandant Joint Staff and Command College (JCSC) Major General Eric Kinuthia on Thursday 24 November 2022 launched a tree planting campaign in the college. In his address, the Commandant […]

Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) have today Wednesday 23 November 2022 concluded a two-day sensitization exercise to Commanding Officers (COs) and Officers Commanding (OCs) various military […]

Somalia education architecture has been hard hit by a three decade internal conflict that has left behind dilapidated schools and disadvantaged many school-age going children calling on the Kenya Defence […]

On 23 November 2022, General Michael E. Langley Combatant Commander USAFRICOM paid a courtesy call to the Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale and the Chief of Defence Forces […]

On 22 November 2022, H.E. Mr. Michael Lotem Ambassador Embassy of the State of Israel in Kenya, paid a courtesy call to the Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale […]

The East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) commander Major General Jeff Nyagah, MONUSCO Force Commander Lieutenant General Marcos De Sá Affonso Da Costa, and the FARDC 3rd Division Commander Lieutenant […]

The Kenya Air Force (KAF) in partnership with several environmental organisations, has today Tuesday, 22nd November 2022 planted 2000 trees at Kerarapon Primary and Secondary schools in Kajiado county. The […]

Kenyan troops deployed in eastern DRC under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) on Monday, 21 November 2022 conducted joint patrols with their FARDC counterparts in Kibumba area. During […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) second Brigade Recce team today 20 November 2022 finished a four day reconnaissance visit to farmilialize themselves with the situation of various Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) […]

Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) on 21st November 2022 held a roll-down plan introductory meeting with Units/Wing Commanders and Adjutants at the Moi Air Base (MAB), Nairobi. The […]

Chief of Defence Forces, General Robert Kibochi,  took part in the Manama Dialogue 2022 in Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain.  Held annually in the Kingdom, this year’s dialogue took place between […]

Ulinzi Stars hosted AFC Leopards on Saturday 19 November 2022 at the state-of-the-art Ulinzi Sports Complex- Langata on the first fixture of this season’s Federation of Kenyan Football (FKF) Premier […]

‘Kwachua gari na DEFCO’ promotion winners have received their prizes at Moi Air Base (MAB) Defence Force Canteen Organisation (DEFCO) outlet. The event was presided over by Managing Director DEFCO […]

Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) on the 18 November 2022 concluded a week long sensitization exercise for Commanding Officers (COs) and Officers Commanding (OCs) from various […]

The Main Body of the Kenya Signals Company (KENSIG) deploying to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has been flagged off at Embakasi Garrison by the Deputy Army Commander […]

The East Africa Community Regional Force (EACRF) Commander Major General Jeff Nyagah, accompanied by the Armed Forces of the Republic of the Congo (FARDC) 3rd Zone Commander Lieutenant General Mbangu […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel drawn from the Isiolo Barracks were on Wednesday 16 November 2022 joined by other stakeholders in planting 7,000 tree seedlings in Isiolo and Meru Counties. […]

On Wednesday, 16 November 2022, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Robert Kibochi opened a one-day seminar for KDF Sergeant Majors in Karen, Nairobi. Coming in as the third edition, […]

The Force Commander for the East African Community Regional Force Major General Jeff Nyagah has called upon the armed groups in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to cease […]

The adequately trained,committed and mission bound 2nd brigade troops in Nov 2022 assured the Deputy Army Commander (DAC),Major General Peter Muteti of their unmatched precision on target skills, acquired during […]

The Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General John Omenda paid a visit to the Wajir Air Base (WAB) on Monday, 14th November 2022. This is part of the Commander KAF’s […]

On 15 November 2022, the Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to Kenya H.E. Firas F. Khouri, paid a courtesy call to the Cabinet Secretary  Ministry of Defence Hon. […]

The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for the Ministry of Defence Honorable Aden Duale, on Monday 14th November 2022, visited the Kenya Navy (KN) Headquarters in Mombasa. The visit was an opportunity […]

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 093/22 had the privilege to visit Kenya Meat Commission (KMC) Athi River plant on 04 Nov 22. The Managing Commissioner, Brig J N […]

On Sunday 13 November 2022, Chief of Personnel Defence Headquarters, Brigadier Elijah Gatere, on behalf of the Chief of Defence Forces, led KDF in joining Commonwealth of Nations Member States […]

The inaugural Kenyan Contingent (KENCON) troops under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) being deployed to the  Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was on Saturday ,12 November 2022, flagged […]

The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Defence, Hon. Aden Duale today Friday 11 November 2022 hosted the Belgium Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region, His Excellency Ambassador Stephane Doppagne and […]

The Vice Chief of Defence Forces, Lieutenant General Francis Ogolla graced the high-level Defence Seminar and Expo organized jointly by the Kenya and Indian militaries at a Nairobi hotel, on […]

Kenya Quick Reaction Force deployed as part of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo today, 10 November 2022 completed a three-day Training of Trainers (ToT) […]

In the midst of hard hitting drought in Samburu County, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops on advanced training in preparation for Africa Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), conducted a Civil […]

Moi Air Base (MAB) in partnership with Tree and Culture Organization on Thursday, 10th November 2022 launched a tree planting exercise in Ruai, Nairobi County MAB was represented by the […]

The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC-KAREN) Maj Gen Kinuthia led faculty members in the conduct of Tactical Exercise Without Troops (TEWT’s) for Senior Joint Command and Staff Course […]

H.E William Ruto, PhD, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces today received H.E Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa in a colorful ceremony at […]

Today, 9th November 2022 Laikipia Air Base (LAB) in partnership with Kenya Water Towers, Mt Kenya Region launched a tree planting exercise at LAB, Nanyuki. The Base in partnership with […]

The Kenya Navy Training College (KNTC), on Tuesday 08 November 2022 graduated its 15th batch of naval Junior Officers undertaking the Junior Officers Course Executive (JOC) X in a colorful […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) medical team in Kismayu operating in Somalia under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) on 02 November 2022, started an eight weeks mentorship program […]

The India High Commissioner to Kenya, Ms. Namgya Khampa, paid a courtesy call to the Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Honourable Aden Duale at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi; on Tuesday, 8 […]

The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Ministry of Defence Honourable (Hon.) Aden Duale on Tuesday, 8th November 2022, had an extensive engagement with the leadership and Service members of Kenya Air Force (KAF) […]

Ulinzi indoor Arena, has today 7th November 2022, hosted the annual Chief of Defence Forces Handball Championship (Bora Cup) in an eventful ceremony presided over by the Chairman of Defence […]

The Vice-Chancellor of the National Defence University Kenya (NDU- K), Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi, today – 07 November 22- officiated the opening of the 26th Regional Senior Mission Leaders’ Course […]

Blessed Sunday! It is jubilation for Catholic faithfuls as St Pancras Roman Catholic (RC) (Wajir) was elevated to the status of a Parish within the Military Ordinariate following the appointment […]

Serving and retired Kenya Army Officers from the Kenya Army Ordnance Corps (KAOC) held a get together on Friday, 4th November 2022, at Kahawa Garrison. The event, organised by Corps […]

Families of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) whose spouses are set to be deployed in peace keeping missions outside Kenya on 03 November 2022 were taken through pre-deployment counselling facilitated by […]

Attention is drawn to the general public of a fake Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruitment exercise advert circulating on social media platforms. Kindly note that Kenya Defence Forces is not […]

The Chief of the Defence Forces, General Robert Kibochi on Thursday 3rd November 2022 joined the Ambassador of Japan to Kenya His Excellency Okaniwa Ken to commemorate the 68th anniversary […]

The Kenyan government under the directive of the President and Commander- in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces , H.E Dr. William Samoei Ruto,  has today  delivered a  planeload of emergency […]

The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Ministry of Defence Honourable Aden Duale on Thursday ,3rd November 2022, visited the Kenya Army Headquarters in Nairobi. The visit was a familiarization and orientation […]

Directors of the Health Services of the East African Community (EAC) partner states’ Armed Forces two-day meeting was held at the International Peace Support Training School (IPSTC) in Nairobi. The […]