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The Kenya Defence Forces Sergeant Major (DFSM), WO1 Elijah Koranga, was among the distinguished panelists at the Africa Senior Enlisted Leader Conference (ASELC) 2024. The conference, which took place from […]

Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, on 12 September 2024, hosted U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley, Commander of US Africa Command, and his delegation at the […]

Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, led a Kenyan delegation to the 2024 Responsible Artificial Intelligence in the Military Domain (REAIM) Summit, held in Seoul, South Korea, from […]

The Vice Chief of the Defence Forces (VCDF), Lieutenant General John Omenda, officially opened the 2024 African Borderlands Research Network (ABORNE) Annual Conference today, 11th September 2024, at the Humanitarian […]

On September 10th, 2024, Major General Muthuri Kiugu, Commandant of the Kenya Military Academy (KMA), inaugurated a multi-functional trainer at the Academy’s training ground in Lanet, Nakuru County. The new […]

Militaries across the world have been urged to recognize the life of the soldier as an individual who comes from a loving family that shares the sacrifice alongside the serving […]

Defence Principal Secretary Dr. Patrick Mariru today, at Defence Headquarters, Nairobi, hosted the Clerk of the National Assembly, Mr Samuel Njoroge and officials from the State Law Office for a […]

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 099/24 consisting of 50 participants drawn from different Services of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) commenced on 09 Sep 24. The opening ceremony […]

The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, hosted the Ambassador of the Czech Republic, H.E. Nicol Adamcova, and the Czech Republic Director General for Industrial Cooperation Division, […]

On a day when KDF elite athletes achieved greatness with podium presence for two of them, a team of more than 100 airmen and women from Moi Air Base (MAB) […]

The Kenya Military Academy (KMA) hosted past Commandants of the institution in a colourful get-together on 07/09/2024 at the Academy in Lanet, Nakuru County. The retired and serving General and […]

KDF soldiers are participating in the 2024 Mombasa International Show arena events with spectacular displays by Green Eagles free fallers and 15 Kenya Rifles enacting a hostage rescue operation in […]

The Assistant Chief of Defence Forces for Personnel and Logistics, Major General David Ketter, and the Joint Secretary of India’s Ministry of Defence, Shri Amitabh Prasad, co-chaired the Third Joint […]

On 2nd and 3rd September 2024, Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General David Tarus, visited various Army training institutions in the Isiolo Region. The purpose of the visit was to inspect […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, today visited the Kenya Navy Headquarters in Mtongwe, Mombasa County. The visit aimed to gain a deeper understanding of the Kenya Navy’s […]

St Augustine Catholic Church of Joint Command and Staff College celebrated its Family Day on 1st September 2024. The objective of the event was celebrated through a thanksgiving Mass in […]

On 31st August 2024, the Commander Kenya Air Force (COMD KAF) Major General Fatuma Ahmed, who is also patron of the Kenya Air Force Golf Club, was the Chief Guest […]

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel from Embakasi Garrison, in collaboration with NCBA Bank, On 30th August 2024 planted over 1,000 trees at the Garrison grounds. This initiative aimed to […]

As part of efforts to safeguard coastlines and promote the well-being of marine life and local communities, the Kenya Navy participated in a beach cleanup initiative on 31 August 2024 […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops operating in Baringo County under Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) donated assorted clothing to school children at Chesitet Primary School. This initiative aims to reduce absenteeism […]

Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya on Friday 30 August 2024 hosted former CS Defence and now Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Forestry and Climate Change, Hon Aden Duale as […]

Joint Command and Staff College, Karen on 28 August 2024 played host to a friendly Volleyball match between Moi Air Base and participants of course 40 of 2024/25. The Deputy […]

The Kenya Defence Forces, has over the last three days been hosting the 6th Counter Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Conference. The event was held at various venues including the Humanitarian […]

The 2024 Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) Taekwondo Championship, held at the Moi Air Base (MAB) Gymnasium from Monday, August 26, 2024, concluded on 29 August 2024 with vibrant […]

The Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, on 29 August 2024 presided over the signing of Performance Contracts for the financial year 2024/2025. The event, which involved Formation Commanders […]

The Principal Secretary (PS) of the Ministry of Defence, Dr. Patrick Mariru, has urged various departments within the Ministry to ensure the prudent and accountable use of available resources to […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya today held discussions with H.E. Sultan Hajiyev, the Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Kenya, during his courtesy visit to the Defence Headquarters […]

Participants of Course 40 of 2024/25 at the Joint Command and Staff College played the final match of the volleyball tournament on 26 August 2024. Present in the competition were […]

The Principal Secretary (PS) for Defence, Dr. Patrick Mariru, hosted Mr. Nam Sangkyoo, the Counselor General from Korea’s Embassy in Kenya, at the Defence Headquarters during a courtesy visit. The […]

On the 24 August 2024: The first batch of the fourth contingent of the Kenya Quick Reaction Force (KENQRF 4) destined for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) was […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Soipan Tuya, and her counterpart in the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen, led senior officials from both Ministries […]

On 23 August 2024, the General Officer Commanding Special Operations Command (SOCOM), Major General John Nkoimo, presided over a Graduation Ceremony at the Disaster Response Battalion in Embakasi, Nairobi. This […]

Chief of the Defence Forces General Charles Kahariri has today presided over the signing of Performance Contracts for the 2024/2025 financial year by the Service Commanders, Defence Headquarters Directorates, and […]

The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Defence Hon. Soipan Tuya today visited the Strategic Communications (StratCom) Branch as part of her ongoing familiarization engagements at the Ministry of Defence. The CS […]

Kenya Air Force (KAF) Junior Officers who are attending an induction course had the privilege of visiting Maramba Tea Factory Limited in Limuru. The visit was led by Colonel Wilson […]

The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC – KAREN), Maj Gen E M Kinuthia Chaired the meeting of Commandants of EAC partner States’ Armed Forces Senior Command and Staff […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya today held a consultative meeting with the top Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) leadership, headed by Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri […]

Kenya Army troops based at Idido in Marsabit County conducted Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities and Community Engagement at Forolle. The aim of the event is to spread the message of […]

75 Artillery Batallion put a spirited fight to be crowned the overall best at the annual Artillery Brigade Sporting competition held at School of Artillery in Isiolo. The one week […]

The new Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Soipan Tuya today held an introductory meeting bringing together the Principal Secretary Dr. Patrick Mariru and the various Heads of Departments in the […]

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The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 098/24 comprising of 50 participants from the three Services of the KDF graduated on Thursday 15 Aug 24 at the Joint Command and […]

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 098/24 held a CI run on Tuesday, 13 August 2024, at Langata Garrison. The competitors, consisting of faculty, staff, and course participants, were […]

The Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General David Tarus visited Kenyan troops serving under the United Nations Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). The visit was aimed at strengthening […]

Pupils and students from Kiboko Primary and Junior Secondary School in Makueni County visited Kenya Navy Fleet (KNF), Mtongwe on 12 Aug 2024 for an educational tour. The group was […]

The President of the Republic of Kenya, His Excellency Dr. William Ruto today commissioned the the upgraded Keroka Level IV Hospital refurbished and equipped by the Ministry of Defence – […]

The National Defence University- Kenya (NDU-K), in collaboration with the Executive office of the President, conducted a leadership program for newly appointed Cabinet Secretaries. This program, themed “A New Paradigm […]

The newly appointed Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Soipan Tuya on 12 August 2024, took over the leadership of the Defence Ministry from her predecessor Hon. Aden Duale who is […]

Kenya Defence Forces’ women’s handball team Ulinzi Sharks are the 2024 National Handball Super Cup winners after defeating Nairobi Water Queens during the finals of the tournament held on Sunday […]

The annual Commandant’s run was held on Wed 07 Aug 24 at JCSC Karen. The competitors who included the College Leadership, faculty, staff and course participants were flagged off by […]

Students from Kanyuambora Secondary School in Embu County visited Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe on 07 Aug 2024 for an educational tour. The tour aimed at providing the students with an […]

The Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General Fatuma Ahmed, visited both the Mombasa and Mariakani Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) today, August 7, 2024. The visit was primarily to bolster […]

The Ministry of Defence congratulates and welcomes Hon. Soipan Tuya, EGH, Cabinet Secretary for Defence.

Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General David Tarus, visited Kenya Defence Forces Quick Reaction Force (KEN QRF 4) troops training at Kangaita Camp in Mt. Kenya, Nanyuki. The troops are conducting […]

Kenya Defence Forces troops from the Army Special Operations Brigade marked the Airborne Day celebrations at Kenyatta Barracks in Gilgil, Nakuru County. The celebration was dubbed “honouring the injured Paratroopers […]

The National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K) Vice-Chancellor (VC) Lieutenant General Jimson Mutai presided over the opening of a Senior Professional Military Education Commandants’ Forum at Villa Rosa Kempinski in Nairobi. The […]

The Kenya Defence Forces Roman Catholic faithful today, 4 August 2024, congregated for a family day thanksgiving and mass wedding celebration in St Peter & Paul Cathedral at the Defence […]

The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri today hosted The United Kingdom Army Commander  (CGS) General Sir Roland Walker, who paid him a courtesy call at the […]

The VCDF Lt Gen J M Omenda on Wednesday 31 July 2024 chaired a College Control Board meeting whose membership includes the PS Defence, Service Commanders, Commandant JCSC, DVC Academic […]

Major General Fatuma Ahmed, Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) presided over the graduation ceremony of the Tufuzu Youth Development Entrepreneurship Program at Moi Air Base(MAB). This is the second cohort, […]

Mr. Twalib Mbarak, the Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), paid a courtesy call to the CDF Gen Charles Kahariri at the Defence Headquarters […]

The Commander Kenya Navy Major General Paul Otieno on 29 July 2024 presided over the investiture of ranks ceremony to the newly promoted Senior Naval Officers at the Kenya Navy […]

The Principal Secretary Ministry of Defence (MoD), Dr. Patrick Mariru, along with the Principal Secretary of the State Department for Medical Services at the Ministry of Health (MoH), Mr. Harry […]

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri today hosted the Japanese Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Okaniwa Ken at the Defence Headquarters. The CDF noted that the two […]

KENYA ARMY OFFICERS INVESTITURE CEREMONY Following the announcement of the KDF promotions by His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the […]

Today, His Excellency Hon Dr William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H, President of the Republic of Kenya, and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, pursuant to section 9 (2) (a) of the Kenya […]

Defence Principal Secretary (PS) Dr. Patrick Mariru held bilateral discussions today with a delegation from India led by the Adviser on International Cooperation in India’s Ministry of Defence Commodore Balaji, […]

The Commander Kenya Army Lt Gen D K C Tarus on 15 July 2024 officially opened the Senior Command and Staff course 40 of 2024/25 at the Joint Command and […]

The inaugural Commander Kenya Navy Volleyball Challenge Cup concluded with an exhilarating ceremony presided over by Deputy Commander Kenya Navy, Brigadier Peter Chelimo, at Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro Stadium in Mtongwe, […]

The Vice Chief of Defence Forces, Lieutenant General John Omenda, accompanied by the Secretary General East African Community, Ms. Veronicah Mueni joined other General officers and dignitaries from East Africa […]

Highlights
Kenya Space Agency concludes 2nd Space Expo and Conference themed
space technologies for societal benefits
• Calls for increased investment in the domestic Space sector
• Need for an enabling environment to enhance innovation and growth of
startups to take advantage of the USD 1.8T global space economy by 2035

This year’s Kenya Space Agency Expo & Conference has come to a close with calls for more resources to be allocated to sustainable space-related activities. The three-day Expo themed ‘Space […]

The Chief of Clinical Support Services, Brigadier (Dr) Ismail Awle, officially opened the induction course of medical specialist officers at the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital (DFMH) in Nairobi. During the […]

Kenya Defence Forces medical team deployed in Gherille Forward Operating Base (FOB) helped a woman in labour to deliver. The woman, Kaltuma Hassan Adon, who is in her mid-30s, accompanied […]

The chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri conducted a two-day visit to Kenya Navy Base (KNB), Mtongwe and KNB Manda Bay as part of his familiarization tour to […]

The Defence College of Health Science (DCHS), based at the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital held it’s inaugural candle lighting and graduation ceremony since the institution was adopted as a college […]

The Secretary of Administration in the Ministry of Defence Mr Isaac Masinde convened a Road Safety sensitization session with civilian drivers at the Defence headquarters in Nairobi. The objective of […]

Mrs Anne Murimi led the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) in a diaper distribution programme for Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) dependants with special needs on 14 June, 2024, at […]

Vice Chief of Defence Forces, Lieutenant General John Omenda joined other General officers and dignitaries from East Africa Community (EAC) partner states in the official launch of the 13th East […]

On Friday, 14 June 24, Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri,  visited the Kenya Air Force (KAF) at Laikipia Air Base, inline with the CDF familiarization tour […]

Major General Erick Kinuthia, patron of the Kenya Defence Force Golfers Association (KDFGA), flagged off the KDF golf team set to represent Kenya at the 15th International Military Sports Council […]

Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri has today visited the Kenya Army as he commenced the CDF familiarisation visits to KDF Services, Formations and Units. The familiarisation […]

The Inaugural African Regional Responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in Military (REAIM) workshop was held in Nairobi with the aim of providing a platform for open discussion, knowledge sharing and […]

The National Defence University-Kenya has today started an integrated 4-day program on course design, facilitation and assessment and publishing workshop at the Defence Headquarters Officers Mess, Nairobi. The training-themed “Constructive […]

5th Battalion the Kenya Rifles (5KR) held a social event that brought together both serving and retired officers at the Unit located in Gilgil. The event themed ‘Fighting Five Memories […]

Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General Fatma Ahmed, officially received new KAF service members and opened their Induction Course, at the Moi Air Base (MAB) gymnasium hall. Major General […]

His Excellency H.E (Dr.)William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic Kenya and Commander In Chief of the Defence Forces has today, Saturday 8th June 2024 presided over the KAF@60 Celebration […]

Deputy Army Commander, Major General Mohamed Nur Hassan has today officiated the Defence Forces Constabularies (DFC) Pass Out Parade at the School of Infantry (SOI) in Isiolo County. The ceremony […]

Major General Aphaxard Kiugu Commandant Kenya Military Academy(KMA), on behalf of the CDF earlier today presided over the Protection of Civilians Workshop which was held at the Humanitarian Peace Support […]

As we move closer to celebrate Kenya Air Force @60. The officers, airmen, and women showcased resilience and endurance by completing a 60-kilometer walk and cycling exercise as a memorable […]

The Joint Chief of Staff at The Eastern Africa Standby Force, Brigadier General Stephen Kashure on behalf of the Director, Brigadier (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema on officially opened the Civilian […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today presided over the graduation ceremony of the Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) held at the Joint Command and Staff College […]

Kenya Air Force this week will be celebrating its 60 years of existence. The Kenya Air Force (KAF) was established on 1st June 1964, coinciding with Kenya’s first Madaraka Day […]

American Medical Operations Group have trained KDF soldiers on Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Skills. Tbe training focused on how to handle casualties during the pre-hospital phase of care. The […]

Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General David Tarus has today delivered a lecture of opportunity to the Senior Joint Command and Staff Course at the Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) […]

Moi Forces Academy (MFA) held its annual Career Day at the academy in Nairobi County. The event was attended by speakers from Moi Air Base (MAB), parents, teachers, and students. […]

The Vice Chief of Defence Forces Lieutenant General John Omenda has today hosted the Chairperson of the Ceasefire & Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring & Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM), Maj Gen Hallu […]

Today Kenya celebrated  it’s 61st Madaraka Day led by the President and Commander-in-Chief (C-in-C) of the Kenya Defence Forces His Excellency William Ruto, at the Masinde Muliro Kanduyi stadium, Bungoma […]

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, 31 May 2024 presided over the […]

His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, the President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces today presided over the graduation ceremony of the National Defence College(NDC) in […]

Military Wives Association of Kenya hosted the spouses of a delegation from the 64th National Defence College in the Federal Republic of India. The delegation comprised of representatives from Army, […]

KDF sub unit deployed in Gherille Forward Operating Base while on patrol within Gherille Centre came to the aid of an expectant mother who was due for delivery. The mother […]

Kenya Defence Forces Units and Formations at the Coast region in collaboration with Greens of Africa, Equity Bank and Watamu local community planted 100,000 mangrove seedlings along Mida Creek within […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale and his counterpart from the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Hon. Soipan Tuya, today led a team from their respective […]

The Military Wives Association of Kenya in collaboration with the Kingdom Bank on 23 May 24, launched a Diaper Distribution Program for KDF dependents with special needs at the Defence […]

Defence Principal Secretary, Mr. Patrick Mariru, today, delivered a lecture titled “Defence Policy in a Rapidly Changing Global Security Environment” to course participants at the Joint Command and Staff College […]

Maj Gen Fatuma G Ahmed, the Commander Kenya Air Force, on 21 May 24 gave a lecture of opportunity to the participants of course 39 of 2023/24 at the Joint […]

Brig P Chelimo, the Deputy Commander of the Kenya Navy, on 21 May 2024 gave a lecture of opportunity on behalf of Commander KN to the participants of Course 39 […]

This week Kenya Navy and other Kenyan maritime partners participated in Exercise Usalama Baharini at Bandari Maritime Academy in Mombasa. The exercise was conducted by European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) […]

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Base Defence Platoon, serving as frontline defenders, conducted a camp security Exercise PROTECTION WARRIORS I at the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic […]

15 Kenya Rifles troops, conducted a Key Leadership Engagement (KLE) with elders from Ruqa village, Garissa County. The Officer Commanding, Major Vincent Ngole, emphasized the importance of building a strong […]

A 17-member delegation from the Royal College of Defence Studies (RCDC), led by their Defence Attaché, Brigadier Oliver Bryant, visited the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. The visit commenced with Brigadier […]

27 Mechanized Infantry Battalion troops (27MIB), deployed at Konton, Wajir County, conducted CIMIC activities and Key Leadership Engagement at Konton Centre. Led by the Officer Commanding (OC), Major Lucas Gitari, […]

The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Defence Honourable Aden Duale today officially handed over the Wanini Kireri Magereza and the National Police Service level IV Hospitals at the Prisons Service Training […]

In a significant stride toward addressing housing challenges within the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), a groundbreaking ceremony for the KDF Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Housing Project took place in Lanet, Nakuru. […]

On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief (C-in-C) of the Kenya Defence Forces, presided over the Pass Out […]

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 098/24 commenced on 13 May 24 and is scheduled to last 14 weeks. It comprises of 50 students drawn from the Kenya Army, […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Aden Duale, has reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to support the Kenya Space Agency (KSA) in the pursuit to achieve its objectives, emphasizing that investment in […]

Moi Air Base Football team emerged champions of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Football Challenge Cup 2024 after beating Kahawa Garrison team to a solitary goal on extra time […]

The Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC) faculty and students visited Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) on 7 May 2024. The delegation, led by Brigadier General Albert […]

Commander Kenya Navy Fleet, Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa led Kenya Navy service personnel in a tree planting drive at Dongo Kundu Bridge on 10 May 2024. Brigadier Kiswaa commended Kenya Navy […]

On 10 May 2024, Wajir Air Base, Wajir County leadership and partner institutions carried out a tree growing exercise at the Base in honor of the flood victims across the […]

In line with National Tree Planting Day, Chief of the Defence Forces, General Charles Kahariri, today presided over a tree planting exercise at Defence Forces Recruits Training School (DFRTS) in […]

The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College Major General Eric Kinuthia on 10 May 2024 led the College leadership, faculty and staff in observing the National Tree Planting day. The […]

The civilian and military leadership of the Ministry of Defence led by Hon Aden Duale, Cabinet Secretary for Defence, and Chief of Defence Forces General Charles Kahariri has today participated […]

The Principal Secretary (PS) for Defence, Mr. Patrick Mariru, joined by Vice Chief of Defence Forces Lieutenant General John Omenda, spearheaded a tree planting exercise in Gambela Wetlands, Meru County. […]

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel have today observed the national tree planting day in an exercise conducted at Langata Garrison in Nairobi. The initiative was informed by the executive […]

Major General Paul Otieno, the newly appointed Commander Kenya Navy, officially took over the mantle from Major General Thomas Ng’ang’a at a ceremony held at the Kenya Navy Headquarters on […]

In a dedicated effort to ensure the safety and well-being of both military personnel and civilians, Kenya Navy Operation OKOA RAFIKI continued its mission on day 9 at Madogo, Garissa […]

The Kenya Air Force (KAF) witnessed a historic moment as Major General Fatuma Ahmed assumed her role as Commander KAF. Maj Gen Ahmed is the first female Service Commander in […]

Principal Secretary for Defence, Mr Patrick Mariru, today hosted Her Excellency Ms Namgya Khampa, India’s High Commissioner to Kenya at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. During the meeting, the two […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Aden Bare Duale, today presided over the closing ceremony of the 44th edition of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) athletics championship and the Chief […]

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) held a handing over ceremony of it’s incoming leaders at the MWAK Headquarters office in Nairobi on 7 May 2024. This comes after […]

General Charles Muriu Kahariri, the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), has been received at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi, in an elaborate yet unprecedented Change of Guard ceremony. The event comes […]

The Principal Secretary (PS) for Defence Mr. Patrick Mariru today made a site visit to Kasarani Stadium to assess the progress of renovation works being undertaken by the Kenya Defence […]

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri today visited the Mai Mahiu Disaster Recovery Center to assess the ongoing multi-agency efforts following recent flash floods that led to […]

Today, His Excellency Hon Dr William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H, President of the Republic of Kenya, and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, pursuant to section 9 (2) (a) of the Kenya […]

Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General David Tarus today visited KDF personnel and their families at the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital (DFMH). The visit was aimed at comforting them while being […]

Following a boat tragedy where 20 people lost their lives while trying to cross a flooded section of the Nairobi-Garrisa Road, the Kenya Navy (KN) today, dispatched a team of […]

Representative Officers whose mother Unit is 15 Kenya Rifles (15KR) have today paid a visit to Brigadier (Rtd) Joel Munandi at his residence in Makueni County. Led by Ambassador Major […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops undertaking close operations in Moyale in collaboration with Kenya Forest Service (KFS) officers took part in a tree planting exercise within Moyale Forward Operating Base […]

The Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish today held the diocesan Pontifical Missionary Children (PMC) mass at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) Nairobi. Lieutenant Colonel (Msgr) John Njue, serving as the […]

Miscellaneous Criminal Application Case No.E28 of 2024. Notice for Rehearing of Appeals Republic VS. Jefferey Okuri Peppela and 24 others. Attendance before Court is in person or by advocate on […]

Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General John Omenda, today led a Requiem mass for six (6) of the deceased KAF personnel who lost their lives alongside Chief of Defence […]

Kenya Defence Forces troops deployed in Burahache Forward Operating Base (FOB) under Close Operations  yesterday conducted an impromptu medical outreach at El Banda Centre, Burahache. The troops were on routine […]

Commander of the Somalia National Armed Forces, Major General Ibrahim Sheikh Muhudin, and Somalia’s Ambassador to Kenya, Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle, paid a solemn visit to the Office of Defence Cabinet […]

His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces today led the military fraternity, Kenyans and members of the Diplomatic Corps in […]

His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces today led the military fraternity, Kenyans and members of the Diplomatic Corps in […]

The exercise of professionalism, and restraint by KDF troops operating in Lodwar is recognized and commended. Joint investigations by the relevant competent authorities to further establish facts on this unfortunate […]

The Ministry of Defence (MoD), through the Department of Strategy, Policy, and Planning, conducted a comprehensive two-day training program on Performance Contracting (PC) for military and civilian officials. Held at […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale in the company of the Deputy Ambassador of the United States (US) in Kenya Hon. Marc Dillard, today presided over the ground-breaking ceremony for […]

Commandant Defence Headquarters Camp Admin Unit (DHQ CAU) Brigadier Willy Wesonga on 15-16 April 2024, presided over a two-day seminar on road safety for Kenya Defence Forces drivers organized by […]

Defence Headquarters Camp Administration Unit has on the 16th April concluded the first phase of the Defence Forces Physical Readiness Test (DFPRT) at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata (USCL). Present […]

The Kenya Army Corps of Transport led by Lieutenant Colonel Simon Cherugut in conjunction with the University of Nairobi, Greens of Africa Foundation and Equity Bank today planted over 15,000 […]

General Francis Ogolla, Chief of the Defence Forces, leads the KDF fraternity to congratulate WO2 Hellen Obiri who has successfully defended her Boston Marathon Title. Laikipia Air Base’s (LAB) Warrant […]

As part of their ongoing commitment to community engagement and humanitarian efforts, the Kenyan Quick Reaction Force (KENQRF) serving under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic […]

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 097/24 conducted an educational tour at Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe, Kenya Ship Yard Limited, (KSL) and Moi International Airport (MIA) from 02 – […]

A team of Kenya Air Force (KAF) personnel from Moi Air Base (MAB) led by Officer Commanding No. 27 Engineering Squadron Major Samuel Chirchir planted 12,000 indigenous trees at Naserian […]

The Kenya Navy Muslim faithful led by Lieutenant Colonel Imam Salim Mwarorah donated assorted food items such as rice, cooking oil, beans, potatoes and dates to Noor Orphanage for Girls […]

Kenya Defence Forces Muslim fraternity today joined their counterparts across the globe in marking the last Friday of Ramadhan at Kahawa Garrison. In a Friday congregation sermon (Khutbah) delivered by […]

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel from the Mechanised Infantry Brigade deployed at Wajir Forward Operating Base (FOB) for Close Operations led by the Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Samson Kenga […]

Military Wives Association of Kenya in conjunction with KDF Compensation and Welfare (C&W) Department on 3rd April 2024 celebrated World Autism Awareness Day in Nairobi, Mombasa and Nakuru. In Nairobi, […]

The Senior Joint Command & Staff Course 39 on 2 April 24 visited Garden of Hope Children’s home in Ngong and St. Paul’s Children Home in Bulbul. They spent a […]

Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla presided over the Defence Forces Canteen Organisation’s (DEFCO) Golden Jubilee celebrations, held at the DEFCO Embakasi Mall, Embakasi Garrison Nairobi. While addressing […]

Base Commander Moi Air Base (MAB), Brigadier Samwel Kipkorir, led a delegation of Kenya Air Force Personnel in a ceremony to donate a Bulldog aircraft to Moi Forces Academy, Nairobi. […]

Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla today Thursday, 28th March 2024 officially opened the newly constructed Defence Forces Canteen Organisation (DEFCO) branch at the Kenya Air Force Forward […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel from the Mechanised Infantry Brigade deployed at Moyale Forward Operating Base (FOB) for Close Operations led by the Officer Commanding Major Rowland Muchira participated in […]

The students of JCSC Course 39 -2023/24 participated in the finals of Inter-Syndicate Tug of War tournament on 27 March 2024 at the college. The competition is part of the […]

Corporal Edwin Okong’o of Wajir Air Base (WAB) was today awarded The Certificate of Commanders Commendation and promoted to the rank of a Sergeant by Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF), […]

Chief of the Defence Staff of Sri Lanka Armed Forces (CDS SLAF) General Shavedra Silva on Tuesday 26th March 2024 delievered a lecture of opportunity at the National Defence College […]

The Military Wives Association of Kenya hosted the President of the office the Army Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs. Sujeewa Nelson, the spouse of Sri Lanka Chief of Defence Staff at […]

The Senior Joint Command and Staff College Course number 39-2023/24 carried out Regional visits to the African countries of Ghana, Uganda, Mozambique, Zambia and Botswana as part of the course […]

The Chief of Defence Staff of Sri Lanka Armed Forces (SLAF CDS) General Shavedra Silva visited the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi, on Monday 25th March 2024. He was hosted by Chief […]

25 Mar 24. Algeria’s Ambassador to Kenya H.E. Mahi Boumediene paid a courtesy call to Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale @HonAdenDuale at the Defence Headquarters. The meeting reflected on […]

The Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) held its inaugural symposium in Karen, Nairobi aimed at promoting intellectual discourse between its students and the faculty with expert practitioners, researchers and […]

Defence Principal Secretary, Mr. Patrick Mariru, and his counterpart in the State Department for National Treasury, Dr. Chris Kiptoo participated in the Second Session of the Kenya-China Joint Commission on […]

Mechanised Infantry Brigade female Service Members deployed at Wajir hosted the Wajir Queens under 19 years football team at Kasirika Stadium. The event was graced by the Commander Close Operations, […]

KDF troops under Close Operations from Gherille while on patrol in the area came to the aid of a pregnant woman who had been on labour for hours. The patrol […]

Lieutenant General David Tarus, the newly promoted Commander Kenya Army has officially taken over the mantle from Lieutenant General Peter Njiru during a Change of Guard ceremony held today at […]

The Military Ordinariate of Kenya held Chrism Mass at St Peter & Paul Cathedral at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi, on Thursday, 21 March 2024. The Mass was presided over by […]

The Commander Kenya Navy Major General Thomas Ng’ang’a held his maiden clear lower deck at Kenya Navy Base(KNB) Mtongwe and KNB Manda Bay. During his address, Maj Gen Ng’ang’a underscored […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Muslim fraternity at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi, joined their counterparts across the globe in intensifying acts of worship during the Holy month of Ramadhan. Ramadan is […]

Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General David Tarus, and his predecessor, Lieutenant General Peter Njiru together paid a visit to troops under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’, North Rift. They visited FOBs in […]

On 7th March 2024, the Senior Joint Command and Staff College Course number 39- 2023/24 led by the Commandant of the Joint Command and Staff College Maj Gen E M […]

The Senior Joint Command and Staff College Course number 39-2023/24 led by the Commandant Maj Gen E M Kinuthia conducted National Industrial Capacity (NIC) and Kenya Navy visits in the […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale chaired a consultative meeting today with elected leaders from the Uasin Gishu County Government, along with officials from the National Land Commission (NLC), to […]

The Chair of the Military Veterans Advisory Committee, Major General (Rtd) Lucas Tumbo led a number of the military veterans in the launch of Kitui County Military Veterans Chapter aimed […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops stationed at the Idido Forward Operating Base (FOB) organised a community engagement initiative in Yaa Galbo village, located in Marsabit County. Led by Officer Commanding, […]

The Commander Kenya Navy Major General Thomas Ng’ang’a presided over the annual Kenya Navy Inter-Units Athletics and Swimming Competition at Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro Stadium in Mtongwe. The two-day event saw […]

The following is a list of shortlisted candidates for various advertised vacancies in the Ministry of Defence Civilian staff. The shortlisted candidates are hereby invited for interviews on the dates […]

A delegation from the Danish Ministry of Defence and Danish Defence Command led by the Danish Defence Attaché (DA) to Kenya Colonel Jens Lindvig on Thursday, 14 March 2024 visited […]

Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) Major General John Omenda opened the annual Air Defence seminar 2024 themed ‘Air Defence; a precursor for National Development’ at Laikipia Air Base in Nanyuki. […]

The Principal Secretary for Defence, Mr. Patrick Mariru, convened a consultative session between the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and senior leaders from Turkana County Government to discuss the allocation of […]

Moi Forces Academy (MFA) set ambitious goals for its 2024 KCSE candidates on 13th March 2024, during a ceremony held at the school located in Moi Air Base Eastleigh. With […]

Lieutenant General Jimson Mutai, newly promoted and appointed Vice Chancellor National Defence University – Kenya (NDU – K) handed over command of Kenya Navy to incoming Commander Kenya Navy Major […]

His Excellency Honorable Dr. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, in an auspicious occasion held at State House, Nairobi; presided over […]

The Defence Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (DESACCO) held its Delegates’ training on 7th and the Annual Delegates Meeting on 8th March respectively at the Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Leadership […]

His Excellency Hon Dr William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H, President of the Republic of Kenya, and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces pursuant to section 9 (2) (a) of the Kenya Defence […]

The Chief of Strategic Plans and Policy at the Defence Headquarters, Brigadier Richard Mwanzia, today hosted senior officers from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) who are in the country […]

His Excellence Mr. Maarten Brouwer, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Kenya, and Brigadier General John LeBlanc, the Deputy Commanding General of SETAF-AF, today 7th March 2024 presided […]

Kenya Deputy Army Commander (DAC) Major General David Tarus and the Southern European Task Force in Africa (SETAF-AF), Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement (DCME), Ambassador Roberts Scott today […]

The Southern European Task Force in Africa (SETAF-AF), Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement (DCME), Ambassador Roberts Scott accompanied by the Deputy Army Commander (DAC) Major General David Tarus […]

Commander Medical Research and Development Centre, Brigadier General Bailey today 6th March 2024 paid a courtesy call to Defence Forces Memorial Hospital (DFMH) to oversee the progress on the partnership […]

The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC), Major General Eric Kinuthia, led Senior Joint Command and Staff Course Student Officers for an educational tour at Kenya Navy Base, Mtongwe […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Military Police and 32 Massachusetts National Guardsmen from the 772nd Military Police Company personnel have participated in joint training during the ongoing Multinational Exercise Justified Accord […]

The leadership team of the Southern European Task Force in Africa (SETAF-AF), headed by Brigadier General John LeBlanc, Deputy Commanding General of SETAF-AF, and Colonel Adontis Atkins, Director of Signal […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) medical personnel from Kenya Army Medical Corps (KAMC) and the United States Army medical team participating in the multinational exercise codenamed Exercise Justified Accord 2024 in […]

Kenya Defence Forces troops stationed at Chesitet Military Camp in Baringo County, as part of ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’, collaborated with Medical Missions Africa (MeMA) to organize a one-day free medical […]

The Kenya Defence Forces’ Rapid Response Unit (RRU), in collaboration with the USAF Special Operations Squadron, carried out special training exercises in Archers Post, Samburu County. This training is a […]

The Chief of General Staff of The Defence Forces of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, His Excellency Field Marshal Birhanu Jula today, 29th February 2024 paid a courtesy call […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops deployed at Gherille Forward Operation Base (FOB) undertook various Civil-Military cooperation activities within Gherille Centre and Handaki East in Wajir County. The troops offered free […]

Air Force Deputy Commander Brigadier Peter Githinji today received His Excellency Abiy Ahmed Ali the Prime Minister of Ethiopia in a colourful ceremony at Uhuru Gardens National Monument and Museum […]

Defence Principal Secretary, Mr Patrick Mariru today hosted the Israeli Ambassador to Kenya, His Excellency Mr. Michael Lotem who paid him a courtesy visit at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The […]

Deputy Commander Kenya Navy Brigadier Yahya Abdi flagged off Kenya Navy Ship (KNS) Jasiri and KNS Shujaa on Exercise Jitegemee XXV training cruise for a comprehensive sea practical training for […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale hosted the Country Director for the United Nations World Food Program (UN-WFP) Ms. Lauren Landi who paid him a courtesy visit at the Defence […]

JUSTIFIED ACCORD 24 (JA24), the Joint Multinational Field Training Exercise (FTX) commenced today 26th February 2024 at the Counter Insurgency, Terrorism, and Stability Operations Center (CITSO) in Nanyuki, Laikipia County. […]

Right Honourable James Heappey MP, the United Kingdom Minister of State for Armed Forces today 26th February 2024 visited the Counter Insurgency Terrorism and Stability Operations (CITSO) Training Center in […]

Lieutenant Colonel Henry Mwenemeru, representing Wajir Air Base (WAB) Brigadier Stephen Sane, closed the Combined Joint Air Firepower Integration Course (C-JFIC) at Moi Air Base, facilitated by the US Joint […]

Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Aden Duale, today unveiled a new two-storey dormitory at the Moi Forces Academy in Nairobi. This facility aims to alleviate overcrowding and accommodate the increasing student population […]

Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru, accompanied by Vice Chief of Defence Forces, Lt. Gen Jonah Mwangi appeared before the National Assembly Committee on Defence, Intelligence, and Foreign Relations. They […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today engaged in bilateral discussions with the Japanese Ambassador to Kenya H.E. Okaniwa Ken, who paid him a courtesy visit at the Defence Headquarters, […]

Military Delegates of The Arab Republic of Egypt, earlier this week made a courtesy visit to Chief of the Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla, at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) before […]

KDF troops based at Diff Forward Operating Base (FOB) in collaboration with Diff Sub-County hospital conducted free medical camp at Ali Ismail location, Diff Sub-County in Wajir County. Over 60 […]

The Senior Joint Command and Staff Course Students of Course 39-2023/24 visited Western Command Headquarters in Gilgil on 19 February 2024 and were hosted by the General Officer Commanding Western […]

The Chief of Operations, Kenya Air Force, Colonel Kyalo Munyao, today officially opened The Human Rights & International Humanitarian Law Training seminar, facilitated by the United States Defense Institute of […]

Vice Chief of Defence Forces, Lt. Gen Jonah Mwangi today officiated the commencement of the 28th Regional Senior Mission Leaders’ Course at the International Peace Support Training Centre in Karen, […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops based at Konton Forward Operating Base (FOB), held a Key Leadership Engagement meeting with the local administration, village elders, Konton primary school headteacher, National Police […]

A section of serving and retired General and Senior Officers whose mother Unit is 1 Kenya Rifles (1 KR) visited General (Rtd) Mohamud Haji Mohamed at his Nairobi office, the […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in conjunction with the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), undertook a Security Sector Counter Violent Extremism (SSCVE) program targeting residents of Mapenya and Mkunumbi in Lamu […]

Commander Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Mtongwe, Brigadier Peter Chelimo, officially presided over the closing ceremony of a three-day inter-units football tournament held at Kenya Navy Headquarters, Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro Stadium. […]

The National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K) held its 6th Regular Council Meeting today, 16 February 2024, at the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) in Karen, a college of NDU-K. From […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops at Bura Forward Operating Base (FOB) under Operation Amani Boni (OAB), engaged the local administrative leadership together with the community, to enhance rapport and working […]

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops deployed under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) at Belles Qooqani, participated in various community engagement activities with the area residents. This was […]

Senior Joint Command and Staff Course participants and Staff from the Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) in Karen visited the Kenya Air Force (KAF) Headquarters in Nairobi. The participants, […]

Base Commander Helicopter Wing Colonel Tobias Vigisa presided over the opening of the Inter Wings Competitions at Sina Makosa grounds in Moi Air Base (MAB), Nairobi. The week-long football tournament […]

Base Commander Moi Air Base (MAB) Brigadier Samuel Kipkorir, presided over the official opening of the MAB Safety Awareness Week at the MAB Gymnasium hall in Nairobi. The Base Safety […]

Professor Thomas Simpson, an associate Professor of Philosophy and Public Policy from the Blavatnic School of Government, Oxford University, in the United Kingdom today, delivered a Lecture on autonomous Weapons […]

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) through the Department of Human Resource Management and Development (HRM&D) today commenced a two-day induction for the newly recruited specialized Nurses deployed at Defence hospitals. […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has reiterated the commitment of the Ministry of Defence to ensure that the Kenya Space Agency (KSA) is fully operational and is […]

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Christian Faithful on Wednesday, 14 February 2024 joined the Christian community around the world in observing Ash Wednesday, a day that marks the start of […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale held bilateral discussions with the Vice Minister and Director General for Political Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Mr. Marcel de […]

The Metropolitan Catholic Tribunal that comprises representatives from Archdiocese of Nairobi, Ngong, Machakos, Wote, Kitui, Nakuru, and Kericho today, hosted their annual meeting at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Nairobi […]

Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale and the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Denmark in Kenya H.E Stephen Schonemann today signed an Implementing Partner Agreement on Maritime Cooperation at […]

The Principal Secretary for Defence Mr. Patrick Mariru today made his maiden tour to the various Units domiciled at Kahawa Garrison in a bid to familiarize himself with the operations […]

A delegation from the Malawi Defence Forces (MDF) led by Malawi Air Force Headquarters Inspector General, Colonel Owen Sambalopa, visited Kenya Navy and the Kenya Shipyards Limited (KSL) Mombasa on […]

The Lamu Port, South Sudan, Ethiopia Transport corridor (LAPSSET) project management team, and KDF hosted the Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Dr. Zhou Pingjian. The Ambassador’s visit was to establish the […]

Director of Medical Services (DMS) Major General (Dr) George Ng’ang’a today hosted the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) Commander, Colonel Eliab Lozano, at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. […]

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) supported the finals of a month-long football league between Boraamani and Milimani Football Clubs (FC) in Mokowe, Lamu County with a view to promoting cohesion […]

Senior Joint Command and Staff Course Students of Course 39 -2023/24 at the Joint Command and Staff College conducted a field Training Exercise Without Troops on Friday 2 February. The […]

His Excellency Andrzej Duda President of the Republic of Poland today laid a wreath of flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior in a ceremony held at Uhuru Gardens […]

Base Commander, Laikipia Air Base, Brigadier Mohamud Farah today, led the Base as it began the Annual Safety Awareness Week Programme, themed ‘Our Safety, Our Responsibility.’ The event is scheduled […]

The Commandant School of Infantry (SOI), Brigadier Pascal Kitiro, presided over the closing ceremony of the Chief of Defence Forces’ Bora Cup Volleyball tournament held at Laikipia Air Base (LAB), […]

On the margins of the 2nd Meeting of the Islamic Military Counter-Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale held bilateral […]

The Security Sector Counter-Violent Extremism (SSCVE) team in collaboration with Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops deployed under Operation Amani Boni (OAB), conducted Counter-Terrorism (CT) sensitization forums in Bobo, Roka, Bobo, […]

Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla today held a meeting with Principals and Headteachers of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) sponsored Primary and Secondary schools at the […]

Kenya Navy Junior Leadership Course (JLC) reached its culmination today, in a graduation ceremony presided over by Commander Kenya Navy Fleet, Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa, at the 15 Kenya Rifles in […]

Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has launched the National Peace Support Operations (PSOs) Fund at Kahawa Garrison, Nairobi today. The Fund is meant to, among others; support the […]

Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) Gen Francis Ogolla officially launched a five-year training program under the auspices of ‘College of Surgeons for East, Central and Southern Africa (COSECSA)’ at […]

Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today hosted the Pakistani High Commissioner to Kenya H.E Ibrahim Hussain Khan at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. During the meeting, Hon. Duale noted […]

The Principal Secretary for Defence Mr. Patrick Mariru today made an inspection tour of the ongoing maintenance works at the Parliament buildings in Nairobi. The Proposed National Assembly Long Recess […]

A multi-agency security team operating in Hulugho, Garissa County, organized a football tournament to sensitize the locals on security matters and the importance of sporting activities in the community. Led […]

The Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) marked its Cultural Day under the theme ‘Celebrating the blending of Cultures in a Multicultural Society,’ at the College in Karen, Nairobi. The […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has underscored the need to have a more peaceful, secure and integrated Eastern Africa region saying it is ideal for sustainable socio-economic development of […]

Operation Amani Boni Commander, Brigadier Jattani Gula, held a Key Leadership Engagement meeting with His Excellency Issa Timamy, the Governor of Lamu County, on ways to bolster peace and security […]

The Force Commander (FC) East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) Major General Aphaxard Muthuri Kiugu on Friday, 26th January, 2024 handed over the East African Community (EAC) Flag and other […]

Deputy Army Commander (DAC) Major General David Tarus has today officiated the closing ceremony of the Parachute Basic Course at Laikipia Air Base (LAB), in Nanyuki. The parachute course saw […]

In a bid to assess the performance of the Ministry of Defence and the key milestones that it has achieved within its Constitutional mandate, Hon. Aden Duale, the Cabinet Secretary […]

The Senior Joint Command and Staff College Students of Course 39 of 2023/24 together with the Commandant Maj Gen E M Kinuthia, College Leadership and Faculty Members conducted a regional […]

General Officer Commanding Eastern Command Major General Juma Mwinyikayi, received part of  Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops who have been in Somalia under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia […]

Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla today presided over the Eastern Africa Standby Force Chiefs of Defence Staff meeting in Nairobi. The session is a part of the 32nd […]

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has signed for the gifting of CT Scan equipment, by the Government of India, to the Kenya Navy Base-Mtongwe. During the signing […]

The United States (US) Africa Command (AFRICOM) Combatant Commander General Michael Langley  visited the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. He was received by Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla. […]

Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) today embarked on the 32nd policy organs meeting in Nairobi. The five days meeting themed ‘A Capability of Choice for Peace, Security, and Integration in […]

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) held its Quarterly meeting at the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS) Embakasi, Nairobi. The objective of the meeting was to introduce MWAK members […]

KDF under the Security Sector Counter Violent Extremism program(SSCVE) in conjunction with the National Police Service Directorate, undertook a counterterrorism sensitization and awareness program aimed at increasing competency among the […]

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 097/2024 commenced on 15 January 2024. The 14 weeks course is comprised of 50 officers of the rank of Captain and Major drawn […]

It was pomp and colour at the National Defence College (NDC) as the course participants of Course 26 of 2023/24 showcased their rich cultural diversity and heritage during this year’s […]

Senior Private Winnie Boinet has clutched her maiden title of 10-kilometre women’s race win, during the 43rd edition of the Kenya Defence Forces Cross Country Championships held at the Ulinzi […]

Canada’s Ambassador for Women, Peace and Security H.E Jacqueline O’Neil delivered a lecture of opportunity at the National Defence College (NDC) on Thursday 18 January 2024. The Ambassador was received […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has assured the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) of the steadfast support of the Ministry of Defence in the intended major refurbishment of Garissa Airstrip […]

Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru and the Director of China Railway Engineering Group, Mr. Hu DongPo earlier today signed a housing agreement contract dubbed ‘KDF Public Private Partnerships Housing […]

Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru and his counterpart for Medical Services Mr. Harry Kimtai have this evening signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Defence and […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has emphasized the commitment of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to transform the Kenya Meat Commission (KMC) with a view of making it a […]

Kenya Army troops in Bodhei, Lamu County under Operation Amani Boni (OAB), handed over a renovated football pitch to Bodhei Majengo community done by the 4th Field Squadron,10 Engineers Battalion […]

Base Commander Laikipia Air Base (LAB), Brigadier Mohamud Farah led an award ceremony at Laikipia Air Base primary school for top performers in the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today hosted the Egyptian Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Wael Nasreldin Attiya and Defence Attaché Brig Gen Walid Aboelezz who paid him a courtesy […]

The Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla and Inspector General of Police Mr. Japheth Koome today toured the North Rift Region as Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) continues to pacify […]

The Ministry of Defence remains steadfast in supporting all KDF-sponsored schools with a view of making them centres of excellence not only in the country but also in the region. […]

The Commander Operation Amani Boni (OAB) also the Commander 8th brigade, Brigadier David Chesire, officially handed over the Command of the OAB to Brigadier Jattani Gula the Commander 4th brigade. […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today hosted the Czechia Ambassador to Kenya Her Excellency Ms. Nicol Adamcovà who paid him a courtesy visit at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today chaired a meeting for the Board of Trustees for the Defence Forces Medical Insurance Scheme (DEFMIS) at Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. The meeting […]

Kenya Signal 2 Company, a contingent serving under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), embarked on a heartwarming visit to the Orphelinat […]

The Kenya Defence Forces and Japan Ministry of Defence on 9th January 2024 held the inaugural military to military dialogue at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The Japanese delegation led by […]

Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Jimson Mutai hosted the Italian Defence Attaché (DA) to Somalia, Captain (Navy) Mario De Rosa in his office at the Kenya Navy Headquarters today. During […]

Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) led by the Chairperson Mrs. Aileen Ogolla joined Family Group Foundation, under the Family Group Limited today to host the 2024 […]

23 Mechanized Infantry Battalion (MIB) Presidential and Regimental Colours were returned to Unit at the Laikipia KDF Range in Nanyuki following a year long deployment on state duties. The Unit […]

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale and Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla visited Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the African Union Transition Mission in […]

The Kenya Air Force (KAF) Commander, Major General John Omenda, paid a visit to the Mombasa Forward Operating Base (FOB). This visit, aimed at evaluating operational capabilities and boosting morale […]

Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Peter Njiru toured Formations and Units based in Embakasi and Kahawa Garrisons in Nairobi. The visits are part of the Commander’s end of […]