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JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE VISITS MOMBASA BASED INSTITUTIONS

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 […]

CS DUALE CHAIRS CONSULTATIVE MEETING WITH UASIN GISHU LEADERS TO ADDRESS ELDORET MILITARY LAND DISPUTE

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 […]

OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF THE KITUI COUNTY MILITARY VETERANS CHAPTER

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 […]

KDF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AT YAA GALBO, MARSABIT COUNTY

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, […]

KENYA NAVY HOLDS ANNUAL INTER-UNITS ATHLETICS AND SWIMMING COMPETITION

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 […]

SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES FOR ADVERTISED VACANCIES (CIVILIAN STAFF)

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 […]

DANISH DEFENCE DELEGATION VISIT KENYA NAVY

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 […]

KENYA AIR FORCE HOLDS ANNUAL AIR DEFENCE SEMINAR AT LAIKIPIA AIR BASE

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. […]

PS MARIRU CHAIRS HIGH-LEVEL MEETING WITH TURKANA LEADERS ON ALLOCATION OF MILITARY LAND

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 SETS HIGH TARGET 2024 KCSE CANDIDATES

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 […]

CHANGE OF GUARD AT KENYA NAVY HEADQUARTERS

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 […]

COMMANDER IN CHIEF PRESIDES OVER INVESTITURE OF RANKS AND SWEARING IN CEREMONY

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 […]

NURTURING A SAVING CULTURE FOR A FINANCIALLY SECURE SOLDIER IN SUPPORT OF ONE FORCE ONE MISSION

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 […]

PRESS RELEASE- KDF PROMOTIONS POSTINGS AND APPOINTMENTS MARCH 2024

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 […]

KDF HOSTS UPDF FOR BENCHMARK

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 […]

AMBASSADOR MAARTEN BROUWER WITNESSES COMMAND POST EXERCISE (JA24) CLOSING CEREMONY AT HUMANITARIAN PEACE SUPPORT SCHOOL

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 […]

DEPUTY ARMY COMMANDER PRESIDES OVER EXERCISE JUSTIFIED ACCORD 2024 CLOSING CEREMONY

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 […]

AMBASSADOR ROBERTS SCOTT AND THE DEPUTY ARMY COMMANDER VISIT JA24 PARTICIPANTS AT HPSS

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 […]

FOSTERING STRATEGIC RELATIONS IN MEDICAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

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 […]

JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE OFFICERS VISIT KENYA NAVY

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 […]

MILITARY POLICE FETED DURING EXERCISE JUSTIFIED ACORD 2024

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 […]

SETAF-AF LEADERSHIP VISITS HUMANITARIAN PEACE SUPPORT SCHOOL

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 […]

ARCHER’S POST CARES: A MEDICAL COMPASSION DRIVE

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 […]

MEDICAL RELIEF FOR RESIDENTS IN BARINGO COUNTY

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 […]

SWIFT, SILENT AND EFFECTIVE RAPID RESPONSE UNIT (RRU)

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 […]

FOSTERING KENYA ETHIOPIA MILITARY RELATIONS

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 […]

KDF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AT GHERILLE, WAJIR EAST SUBCOUNTY, WAJIR COUNTY

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 […]

ETHIOPIAN PRIME MINISTER LAYS WREATH AT UGNM&M

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 […]

PS MARIRU HOSTS ISRAELI AMBASSADOR

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 […]

EX JITEGEMEE XXV FLAG -OFF

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 […]

CS DUALE HOSTS COUNTRY DIRECTOR FOR WORLD FOOD PROGRAM

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 […]

EXERCISE JUSTIFIED ACCORD 2024 KICKS OFF AT NANYUKI

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. […]

UK MINISTER OF STATE FOR ARMED FORCES VISITS CITSO, IN NANYUKI

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 […]

KENYA AIR FORCE AND USA JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS UNIVERSITY CONDUCT COMBINED JOINT AIR FIREPOWER INTEGRATION COURSE (C-JFIC) AT MOI AIR BAS

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 […]

CS DUALE COMMISSIONS NEW DORMITORY AT MOI FORCES ACADEMY

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 […]

PS DEFENCE APPEARS BEFORE THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON DEFENCE, INTELLIGENCE AND FOREIGN RELATIONS

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 […]

CS DUALE HOSTS JAPANESE AMBASSADOR

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, […]

EGYPTIAN MILITARY DELEGATION VISITS KENYA

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 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AT ALI ISMAIL, DIFF SUBCOUNTY, WAJIR COUNTY.

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 […]

SENIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE VISIT TO WESTERN COMMAND

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 […]

HUMAN RIGHTS AND INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN LAW TRAINING COMMENCES AT MOI AIR BASE

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 OFFICIALLY OPENS THE 28TH REGIONAL SENIOR MISSION LEADERS COURSE

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, […]

PURSUIT FOR PEACE IN KONTON

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 […]

GREEN FIRE SOLIDARITY

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 […]

ENDING EXTREMISM THROUGH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

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 […]

RACE TOWARDS CDF BORA CUP

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. […]

NDU-K HOLDS SIXTH REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

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 […]

UNITY IN SECURITY

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 […]

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AT BELES QOOQANI

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 […]

JCSC PARTICIPANTS VISIT THE KENYA AIR FORCE

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, […]

INTER WINGS FOOTBALL COMPETITION KICKS OFF AT MOI AIR BASE

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 […]

SAFETY AWARENESS AT MOI AIR BASE

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 […]

AUTONOMOUS WEAPONS IN AN ERA OF GEOPOLITICAL COMPETITION LECTURE

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 […]

INDUCTING NEWLY RECRUITED NURSES

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. […]

CS DUALE REASSURES PARLIAMENT OF THE MINISTRY’S COMMITMENT TO HAVE KENYA SPACE AGENCY FUNCTION EFFECTIVELY

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 […]

KENYA DEFENCE FORCES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OBSERVES ASH WEDNESDAY AT DHQ

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 […]

CS DUALE HOSTS NETHERLANDS’ VICE MINISTER

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 […]

METROPOLITAN CATHOLIC TRIBUNAL ANNUAL MEETING

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 […]

CS DUALE SIGNS MARITIME AGREEMENT BETWEEN KENYA AND DENMARK

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 […]

PS DEFENCE TOURS KAHAWA GARRISON

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 […]

MALAWI DEFENCE FORCES VISITS THE KENYA NAVY

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 […]

STRENGTHENING KENYA – CHINA RELATIONS

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 […]

DRIVE FOR A HEALTHY FORCE

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. […]

UNITY AND TALENT THROUGH SPORTS

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 FIELD EXERCISE

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 […]

POLISH PRESIDENT LAYS WREATH AT UGNM&M

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 […]

LAIKIPIA AIR BASE HOLDS THE ANNUAL SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK

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 […]

KAHAWA GARRISON TRIUMPHS OVER LAIKIPIA IN CDF BORA CUP VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

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), […]

CS DEFENCE ATTENDS IMCTC MEETING IN RIYADH, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA

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 […]

SENSITIZING LAMU LOCALS AGAINST TERRORISM

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, […]

SHAPING KDF-SPONSORED SCHOOL INTO CENTRES OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

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 […]

JUNIOR LEADERSHIP COURSE GRADUATES

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 […]

PEACE SUPPORT OPERATIONS FUND SETS SAIL

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 […]

CDF LAUNCHES A FIVE-YEAR TRAINING PROGRAM FOR SURGEONS

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 […]

CS DEFENCE HOLDS BILATERAL TALKS WITH PAKISTANI HIGH COMMISSIONER TO KENYA

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 […]

PS DEFENCE INSPECTS ONGOING MAINTENANCE WORKS AT PARLIAMENT BUILDINGS

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 […]

FOOTBALL FOR PEACE

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 […]

CELEBRATING BEAUTY AND STRENGTH IN DIVERSITY

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 […]

CS DEFENCE CALLS FOR A MORE PEACEFUL, SECURE AND STABLE EASTERN AFRICA REGION

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 […]

PULLING TOGETHER IN PURSUIT OF PEACE IN BONI ENCLAVE

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 […]

EACRF HANDS OVER MISSION INSTRUMENTS TO THE SECRETARY GENERAL AT EAC HEADQUARTERS, ARUSHA

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 […]

READY TO FLY

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 […]

CS DUALE HOSTS CS MOSES KURIA AT THE DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS

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 […]

JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE VISIT TO NANYUKI REGION FORMATIONS

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 […]

KDF ATMIS DRAWDOWN TAKES EFFECT 

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 […]

EASF CHIEFS OF DEFENCE STAFF MEETING

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 […]

UNITY IN HEALTH AND SECURITY

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 […]

UNITED STATES AFRICOM COMBATANT COMMANDER VISITS DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS

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. […]

EASF HOLDS 32ND POLICY ORGANS MEETING

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 […]

MWAK HOLDS QUARTERLY MEETING

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 […]

COUNTERTERRORISM AWARENESS PROGRAM

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 […]

JUNIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE 097/24 OPENING CEREMONY

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 […]

CELEBRATING UNITY IN DIVERSITY DURING NDC CULTURAL DAY

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 […]

CANADIAN AMBASSADOR DELIVERS A LECTURE OF OPPORTUNITY AT NDC

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 […]

CS PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF GARISSA AIRSTRIP

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 […]

PS DEFENCE OFFICIATES HOUSING AGREEMENT CONTRACT

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 PS PRESIDES SIGNING OF MOU BETWEEN MOD AND KEMRI

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 […]

CS DUALE COMMITS TO MAKE KENYA MEAT COMMISSION COMPETITIVE AND MORE PROFITABLE

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 […]

BODHEI COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

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 LAB LEADS AWARD CEREMONY AT LAIKIPIA AIR BASE PRIMARY SCHOOL

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 […]

CS DUALE HOSTS EGYPTIAN DEFENCE ATTACHÈ

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 […]

ASSERTING PEACE IN THE NORTH RIFT, CDF AND IG VISITS ‘OMU’ NORTH RIFT

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 […]

HON DUALE ENGAGES MOI FORCES ACADEMIES ALUMNI ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP

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. […]

STEADY IN MISSION: 4TH BRIGADE ASSUMES OPERATION AMANI BONI

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. […]

CS DUALE HOSTS CZECHIA AMBASSADOR TO KENYA

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 […]

CS DUALE CHAIRS DEFMIS BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

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 […]

KENYAN PEACEKEEPING TROOPS SPREAD JOY AT MAMA OLIVE LEMBE KABILA CHILDREN’S HOME

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 […]

KENYA AND JAPAN DEFENCE RELATIONS

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 […]

ITALIAN DEFENCE ATTACHÉ TO SOMALIA VISITS KENYA NAVY

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 […]

MWAK JOINS FAMILY GROUP FOUNDATION IN COMMISSIONING AND SEND-OFF CEREMONY FOR SCHOLARSHIP BENEFICIARIES

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 MIB COLOURS RETURN TO UNIT AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF STATE DUTIES

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 […]

CS DUALE, CDF GENERAL OGOLLA VISIT KDF TROOPS IN SOMALIA

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 […]

COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE VISITS MOMBASA FOB

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 END OF YEAR TOUR TO NAIROBI REGION

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 […]

CDF CHRISTMAS VISIT

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla together with his spouse Mrs. Aileen Ogolla (Chairlady MWAK) visited Kenya Defence Forces troops and families undergoing medical care at Defence […]

SPREADING CHRISTMAS LOVE IN ELDORET REGION

Deputy Commander Kenya Army Major General David Tarus visited troops deployed in Moi Barracks, Eldoret. The visit was aimed at boosting their morale as well as wishing them good tidings […]

CDF RECEIVES KDF TROOPS AFTER SUCCESSFUL MISSION IN CONGO

Chief of Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla, today received the last cohort of KDF troops deployed under the East Africa Community Regional Forces (EACRF) in the Eastern Democratic Republic of […]

KENYA AIR FORCE HOSTS CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY AT MOI AIR BASE

In a heartwarming gesture, the Kenya Air Force (KAF) personnel at Moi Air Base (MAB) organized a dazzling Christmas party for the community’s children, turning the Sina Makosa grounds into […]

SHARING CHRISTMAS LOVE

On 19 December 2023, Vice Chief of the Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi accompanied by his wife, Mrs Joyce Mwangi, paid a routine visit to patients admitted at […]

GOC EASTERN COMMAND VISITS MARIAKANI GARISSON

General Officer Commanding Eastern Command (GOC EASTCOM), Major General Juma Mwinyikai visited Mariakani Garisson, Kilifi County. This is part of the end year tour to EASTCOM Formations and Units. During […]

CHIEF OF THE DEFENCE FORCES SEASON’S GREETING MESSAGE

I send Season’s Greetings and warm regards to all personnel of the Ministry of Defence, Kenya Defence Forces and their families. This is a special season to thank the Almighty […]

DEFOCA MUKURU STUDYVILLE SPREADS CHRISTMAS GIFTS AT MARY IMMACULATE REHABILITATION CENTRE

In the spirit of spreading Christmas compassion and embodying the true essence of the season, children of Mary Immaculate Rehabilitation Centre today received early Christmas gifts from Defence Forces Old […]

KENYA NAVY DAY : A SALUTE TO MARITIME EXCELLENCE

It was flair and glam as Kenya Navy Sailors celebrated their 59th Kenya Navy Day at Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro grounds today, 15 December 2023 in a festivity dedicated to men […]

CS DUALE HOLDS BILATERAL TALKS WITH THE FRENCH AMBASSADOR

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today held bilateral talks with the French Ambassador to Kenya, H.E Arnaud Suquet who paid him a courtesy visit at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. […]

PS MARIRU BREAKS GROUND FOR REFURBISHMENT OF KASARANI SPORTS COMPLEX

The Principal Secretary for Defence Mr. Patrick Mariru has this evening accompanied the Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Hon. Ababu Namwamba, Sports Principal Secretary Eng. Peter […]

JUNIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE 096/23 GRADUATION CEREMONY

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 096/23 graduation ceremony was held on 14 Nov 23. The Course which commenced on 11 Sep 23 and ran for 14 weeks, comprised […]

AUCTION NOTICE

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE:  AUCTION NOTICE The Ministry of Defence (MOD) will sell by Public Auction Casted Vehicles, Equipment and General stores through the following tenders: – MOD/423(0701) 2023/24 : KNB […]

KENYA ARMY CORPS OF SIGNAL VISITS CHILDREN’S HOME

The Kenya Army Corps of Signal Officers and Service members paid a Charity Visit to Mama Elizabeth Children Home in Korogocho. The Children’s home provides support for over 60 Children’s […]

MONUSCO FORCE COMMANDER COMMENDS KENYAN TROOPS AND HONORS INDEPENDENCE HEROES ON 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Lieutenant General Otávio Rodrigues de Miranda Filho, Force Commander for the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), today hosted members of the Kenyan […]

KDF TROOPS AID IN CHILD DELIVERY ON JAMHURI DAY

Kenya Defence Forces troops under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ in the North Rift region marked the 60th Jamhuri Day with assisting a woman in labour pains at Mukutani Military Camp in […]

COMMANDER KENYA NAVY VISITS KENYA NAVY BASE MANDA BAY

Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Jimson Mutai has made a command visit to Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Manda Bay as part of his end of year tour to Kenya Navy […]

25 MIB PRESENTED WITH PRESIDENTIAL AND REGIMENTAL COLOURS AS KENYA MARKS 60 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE

His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, the Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces and the President of the Republic of Kenya has today presented both the Presidential and Regimental Colours to  […]

INDIAN NAVY, KENYA NAVY TEAM UP FOR EYE HEALTH CAMP IN LAMU

In a remarkable demonstration of international collaboration and goodwill, Indian Navy, Kenya Navy, Lamu County Government Department of Health and Mombasa Eye Hospital jointly conducted an eye medical camp at […]

KDF PARTICIPATES IN INTERNATIONAL MILITARY SPORTS COUNCIL ATHLETICS CONFERENCE 2023

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has joined the global community at the International Military Sports Council (CISM) Athletics Conference 2023 which is ongoing in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. With 139 […]

DEPUTY COMMANDER KENYA ARMY RECEIVES KDF TROOPS FROM DRC

Deputy Army Commander, Major General David Tarus on the 09 Dec 2023, received more troops of the Kenyan Contingent under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) at Embakasi Garrison, […]

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE FETED FOR TRANSPARENCY IN FINANCIAL REPORTING

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been feted for prudent use of resources and for . accountability, transparency and integrity in financial reporting during this year’s Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards […]

JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) FOOTBALL MATCH AGAINST MOI AIR BASE (MAB)

The students of JCSC Junior and Senior Wings participated in a football match against MAB Officers on 6 December 2023 at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, Lang’ata. As a tradition, the […]

CS DUALE REAFFIRMS KENYA’S COMMITMENT TO PURSUE REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL PEACE

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to pursue regional and international peace by actively participating in the United Nations (UN) and other regional peace support mechanisms. […]

KENYA DEFENCE FORCES HOSTS 5TH KENYA-EGYPT JOINT MILITARY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Kenya Defence Forces, today hosted the Egyptian delegates for the fifth Kenya-Egypt Joint Military Committee (JMC) meeting, to discuss various military matters, at Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The meeting aimed […]

NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE STUDENTS VISIT KENYA NAVY

Major General Charles Kahariri, Deputy Commandant National Defence College (NDC) on Tuesday, 05 December 2023 led a delegation of NDC staff and students of course 26 2023/2024 on an educational […]

ASSISTANCE TO CIVIL AUTHORITIES

Kenya Navy divers were deployed to assist flood-affected communities in Gamba, Tana River County. The floods were triggered by River Tana breaking its banks following a strong downpour upstream. The […]

KENYA ARMY CORPS OF SIGNALS FRATERNITY HELD IT’S FIRST MENTORSHIP GET TOGETHER

The Kenya Army Corps of Signals (KACS) serving and retired officers held a mentorship get together party, under the theme “Constellation of Prontos, Bridging the Past, Present and Future,” at […]

DEFABA EMERGES VICTORIOUS IN THE NATIONAL LEAGUE

The Defence Forces Amateur Boxing Association of Kenya (DEFABA) emerged victorious in the just concluded 4th leg of the national league which was held at Nanyuki. Stakes were high in […]

KENCON TROOPS UNDER EACRF COMMENCE EXIT FROM DRC

The East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) has began exiting troops from Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The first group of the Kenya Contingent (KENCON) troops left Goma International […]

CDF LAUDS EACRF TROOPS FOR REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla has commended troops under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) troops for achieving significant milestones since their deployment in the […]

KDF JOIN THE WORLD IN OBSERVING WORLD AIDS DAY

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) joined the international community in observing thel World Aids Day (WAD) themed “Let the Community Lead” at Kenya Military Academy (KMA)  in Lanet, Nakuru. This […]

PS DEFENCE APPEARS BEFORE THE PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE ON DELEGATED LEGISLATION

Defence Principal Secretary Mr Patrick Mariru has today 1 December 2023, appeared before The National Assembly Committee on Delegated Legislation, for clarifications on the proposed Public Finance Management (Ulinzi Prime […]

COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE COMMENCES END OF YEAR TOUR AT MOI AIR BASE

Commander Kenya Air Force (KAF) Major General John Omenda on Wednesday, 29th November 2022 visited Moi Air Base (MAB) Nairobi. During the visit, Commander KAF inspected various departments and premises […]

DFCS HOLDS NATIONAL MILITARY YOUTH CONFERENCE IN MOMBASA

Defence Forces Chaplaincy Service(DFCS) officially inaugurated a five-day Anglican Church (AC) Military Episcopate National Military Youth Conference at Moi Forces Academy, Mombasa on Tuesday 28 November 2023. Over 420 youths […]

MWAK MENTORS YOUTH DURING NATIONAL MILITARY YOUTH CONFERENCE IN MOMBASA

Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) Chairlady Mrs Aileen Ogolla on 29th, November, 2023. presided over youth mentorship program at Moi Forces Academy, Mombasa . The week long annual National […]

NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE STUDENTS ON STUDY VISIT AT DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS

The Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla, has today 28th November 2023 hosted the National Defence College (NDC) course 26-2023/2024 participants at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The NDC staff […]

COMMANDER KENYA NAVY VISITS SAILORS AT SHIMONI MARSS STATION

Major General Jimson Mutai, Commander Kenya Navy today paid a visit to sailors at Shimoni Maritime Surveillance Squadron (MARSS) Station in Kwale County. The Commander’s visit intended to bolster military […]

JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) PARTNERS WITH KINGDOM BANK IN TREE GROWING EVENT

JCSC partnered with the Kingdom Bank to plant trees within the College environs. The Commandant Maj Gen E M Kinuthia and Kingdom Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mr. […]

KDF EMERGES VICTORIOUS IN INTER DISCPLINE FORCES TAEKWONDO LEAGUE

Moi Air Base hosted the Inter discipline forces Taekwondo League today, 22nd November 2023 which ended after fierce competition that saw teams from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), General Service […]

CDF OPENS THE MILITARY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CONFERENCE

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla today opened this year’s Military Christian Fellowship of Kenya (MCFK) Conference at the Kenya School of Government in Nairobi under the […]

SENIOR AND JUNIOR LEADERSHIP COURSE TRAINING COMMENCES

Deputy Commander Kenya Navy Brigadier Yahya Abdi today, presided over the opening ceremony of Senior and Junior Leadership Courses in Mariakani, Kilifi County. The aim of the leadership courses is […]

JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN FOOTBALL FINALS COMPETITION

JCSC students of Course 39 of 2023/24 participated in Inter Syndicates football finals on Wednesday 15 November 2023 which is part of the College sports series. The Event was graced […]

JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) CLASS OF 2022/2023 GRADUATES IN FIRST NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY KENYA (NDU-K) GRADUATION

The Joint Command and Staff College Students of Course 38-2022/2023 comprising 59 officers from the Kenya Defence Forces and Allied countries formed the First Graduates of the National Defence University-Kenya […]

MWAK CONDUCTS PRE-DEPLOYMENT COUNSELLING FOR SAILORS AND THEIR FAMILIES

Members of the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) led by the Chairlady Mrs. Aileen Ogolla jointly with the Compensation and Welfare Department from Defence Headquarters today conducted pre-deployment counselling […]

KENYA AIR FORCE PARTNERS WITH WAJIR COUNTY GOVERNMENT AND THE KENYA RED CROSS IN RELIEF FOOD DISTRIBUTION

The Kenya Air Force (KAF) in partnership with the Kenya Red Cross and Wajir County government participated in a food distribution exercise in Wajir County. The aim of the exercise […]

NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY-KENYA MARKS FIRST GRADUATION CEREMONY

The National Defence University-Kenya Chancellor, H.E Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of Defence Forces today presided over the 1st graduation ceremony of […]

MWAK CELEBRATE WORLD ORPHANS DAY 2023

Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) led by the Chairperson Mrs. Aileen Ogolla joined KDF Orphans and their guardians in celebrating World Orphans Day at Ulinzi Sport Complex in Lang’ata […]

JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) PARTNERS WITH NATIONAL BANK OF KENYA (NBK) IN TREE PLANTING AND GROWING EVENT

JCSC partnered with the NBK to plant trees within the College presincts. The Commandant Maj Gen E M Kinuthia and NBK representative Director Marketing, Corporate Communications and Citizenship Bernadette Ngara […]

NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY-KENYA 1ST GRADUATION

The National Defence University-Kenya will convene the 1st congregation to confer certificate degrees and award diplomas on Friday 17th November 2023, in Lanet Nakuru County. The event will be presided […]

CS DUALE HOLDS BILATERAL TALKS WITH HIS ITALIAN COUNTERPART

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale who is on an official visit in Rome, Italy held bilateral talks with the Minister for Defence from the Republic of Italy the Right […]

CS DUALE VISITS THALES ALENIA SPACE IN ITALY

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today held talks with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Thales Alenia Space Italia Mr Massimo Claudio Comparini during his official visit in Rome, […]

VICE CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES OBSERVES NATIONAL TREE PLANTING EXERCISE IN KAJIADO

The Vice Chief of the Defence Forces Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi, observed the nationwide tree planting exercise in Kajiado West Technical and Vocational College in Kimuka, Kajiado West Constituency. The […]

OMU TROOPS PARTICIPATES IN THE NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY

‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ troops deployed in Mukutani FOB in conjunction with the locals participated in the National Tree Planting Day at Mukutani in Baringo County The exercise which is in […]

JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC) PARTICIPATES IN THE NATIONAL TREE GROWING PROGRAMME

The Commandant JCSC Maj Gen E M Kinuthia led the College faculty, staff and students in the Nationwide Tree Planting Programme on 13 November2023.

KENYA ARMY PARTICIPATES IN THE NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY

Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Peter Njiru and his deputy Major General (Maj Gen) David Tarus today led the Kenya Army fraternity in the National Tree Planting Day […]

KENYA NAVY OBSERVES NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY

Kenya Navy personnel joined other Kenyans today in observing National Tree Planting Day at Kenya Navy Bases (KNB) Mtongwe, Manda Bay in Lamu and Tudor Creek in Jomvu, Mombasa. Brigadier […]

GEN OGOLLA SPEARHEADS NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY IN ISIOLO

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Francis Ogolla, led Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops in observing the National tree planting day in 78 Tank Battalion in Isiolo county. The […]

COMMANDER KENYA AIR FORCE LEADS PERSONNEL IN TREE PLANTING EXERCISE

Commander of the Kenya Air Force (KAF), Major General John Omenda, spearheaded a nationwide tree-planting initiative, bringing together KAF personnel from diverse wings. The tree-planting effort spanned multiple counties, including […]

PS DEFENCE SPEARHEADS TREE PLANTING EXERCISE IN NAKURU COUNTY

On behalf of the Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale, the Principal Secretary for Defence, Mr. Patrick Mariru today officiated tree planting exercise in Nakuru County. During the exercise, […]

GO GREEN BY PLANTING TREES ..

Senior Directing Staff Air National Defence College Maj Gen Fatuma Ahmed on behalf of the commandant NDC led the course participants and staff in a tree planting exercise conducted in […]

CS DUALE HOSTS US SENATORS FOR BILATERAL TALKS

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today hosted a delegation of Senators from the United States (US) led by Hon. Markwayne Mullin and the US Ambassador to Kenya […]

VCDF HOSTS RWANDA’S COMMANDER OF THE MECHANISED DIVISION

The Vice Chief of Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi today held talks with the Commander of Mechanised Division from the Rwanda Defence Forces Major General Wilson Gumisiriza who […]

COMMANDER KENYA ARMY HOSTS PAKISTAN GENERAL AT HEADQUARTERS KENYA ARMY

Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General Peter Njiru on Wednesday, 8th November 2023 hosted the Pakistan Director General Foreign Military Cooperation Major General Muneer-Ud-Din for bilateral talks at the Headquarters Kenya […]

MOI AIR BASE HOSTS ANNUAL FITNESS CHALLENGE

Moi Air Base (MAB) hosted the annual Kenya Defence Force’s (KDF) fitness challenge which saw the convergence of various personnel to test their fitness levels. The event, which was held […]

COMMANDANT JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE ATTENDS AFRICAN CONFERENCE OF COMMANDANTS

The Commandant Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC-KAREN) Maj Gen E M Kinuthia attended the 17th African Conference of Commandants (ACoC) held in Kampala, Uganda between 31 Oct to 04 […]

CS DUALE HOSTS CZECH PRIME MINISTER AT DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale hosted the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic HE. Prof. Petr Fiala for bilateral talks, at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The two leaders discussed […]

CS DUALE EXPRESSES CONFIDENCE IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE TO DELIVER STADIUMS THAT MEET FIFA STANDARDS

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has exuded confidence in the commitment of the Ministry of Defence to deliver four state-of-the-art stadiums that meet the FIFA standards to host the […]

CS DUALE RECEIVES CZECH PRIME MINISTER AT NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today hosted the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, His Excellency Prof. Petr Fiala during his visit to the National Defence College (NDC) in […]

PRINCIPAL SECRETARY FOR DEFENCE APPEARS BEFORE THE DEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEE ON DEFENCE, INTELLIGENCE AND FOREIGN RELATIONS

The Principal Secretary for Defence Mr. Patrick Mariru today appeared before the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations to deliberate on the Supplementary Estimates No.1 for FY 2023/24 […]

PRESIDENT RUTO OFFICIATES THE OPENING OF THE 27TH ANNUAL PEACEKEEPING CONFERENCE

His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, the President of the Republic of Kenya and the Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces today virtually opened the 27th annual Conference of International Association […]

COMMISSIONING OF NEW CATHOLIC MEN APOSTOLATE (CMA) MEMBERS

Today the Military Ordinariate of Kenya Catholic Men Apostolate, (CMA) held a Commissioning Mass at St Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church at the Defence Headquarters. The Commissioning involved the […]

FORMER GOC HANDS OVER CHURCH TO MAVUI RESIDENTS

Former General Officer Commanding Western Command (GOC WestComm) Major General (Rtd) Joseph Kivunzi on Sunday 29 October 2023 handed over a 200-capacity African Inland Church (AIC) he constructed in Mavui, […]

KING CHARLES III AND QUEEN CAMILLA VISIT KENYA NAVY BASE MTONGWE

His Excellency Dr William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander -in- Chief of the Defence Forces today received Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla at […]

THE KING AND THE QUEEN REMEMBER AFRICA’S NON-COMMEMORATED AT COMMONWEALTH WAR GRAVES COMMISSION CEMETERY IN NAIROBI

Their Majesties marked their second day State visit to Kenya with a visit to the Commonwealth World War II Graves at Kariokor, Nairobi where they laid wreaths to remember the […]

IPSTC FETED BY JAPANESE AMBASSADOR FOR ITS CONTRIBUTION TO PEACE AND STABILITY

The International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) was today feted with the Ambassador’s Commendation by the Japanese Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Okaniwa Ken as the two countries commemorate the […]

KING CHARLES III TOUR UHURU GARDENS NATIONAL MONUMENT AND MUSEUM ON HIS MAIDEN VISIT TO KENYA

His Excellency William Samoe Ruto, PHD, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Defence Forces (C-in-C) today received King Charles III, King of the United […]

CS DUALE HOSTS UKRAINIAN DEPUTY SPEAKER

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today hosted the first Deputy Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada (Parliament) of Ukraine, H.E Oleksandr Serhiyovych Korniyenko who paid him a courtesy […]

CDF JOINS CADETS FOR AN EARLY MORNING RUN

Chief of Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla today Friday 27 October 2023 broke off from his busy schedule to join senior cadet officers for a daily morning jog at the […]

NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY-KENYA HOSTS INAUGURAL NATIONAL CYBER-SECURITY SYMPOSIUM

The Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Information Communications and the Digital Economy Hon. Eliud Owalo today Thursday 26 October 2023 graced the Inaugural National Security Symposium themed Enhancing Cyber […]

STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY BONDS AND NURTURING EDUCATION IN BONI, LAMU

Operation Amani Boni personnel together with 8th Brigade Commander, Brigadier David Chesire visited primary schools in Lamu County including Milimani, Basuba, Mangai, and Mararani respectively. The visit served to fortify […]

CS DUALE HOSTS AUSTRIAN FEDERAL MINISTER FOR LABOUR

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale today hosted the Austrian Federal Minister for Labour and Economy, His Excellency Dr. Martin Kocher who paid him a courtesy visit at […]

KDF JOINS KENYANS IN CELEBRATING THIS YEAR’S MASHUJAA DAY

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) today, participated in the 60th edition of Mashujaa Day celebrations which was presided over by the Commander in Chief of the Defence Forces and President […]

PRINCIPAL SECRETARIES FROM DEFENCE AND SPORTS MINISTRIES LAY GROUND FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF STADIUMS

Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru has hosted his counterpart from the State Department for Sports Eng. Peter Tum at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi to lay ground for the construction of […]

KENYA SIGNALS COMPANY TROOPS HONORED WITH SERVICE MEDALS IN GOMA, EASTERN DRC.

In an event filled with pomp and colour,the Kenya Signals Company troops who are part of the Kenya Defence Forces, deployed under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the […]

GOC EASTCOMM VISITS BAURE FORWARD OPERATING BASE

General Officer Commanding the Eastern Command (GOC EastComm) Major General Juma Mwinyikayi today visited KDF troops stationed at Baure Forward Operating Base. During the visit, Major General Mwinyikayi applauded the […]

‘OMU’ MULTI AGENCY TEAM CONTINUES TO HEIGHTEN JOINT PATROLS IN THE NORTH RIFT REGION

Operation Maliza Uhalifu ‘OMU’ Multi agency team conducted a joint patrol in the areas of Akwichatis, Nasorot and Napukot in Baringo County. The team involved troops from the Kenya Defence […]

PS MARIRU LEADS MINISTRY’S HODs IN LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Defence Principal Secretary, Mr Patrick Mariru is leading the Heads of Department from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and their deputies in a week-long training in Leadership and Productivity Management […]

CS DUALE LEADS SENIOR KDF AND NDU-K OFFICIALS IN LAUNCHING UNIVERSITY JOURNAL

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale  today launched Volume 1, Issue 2 of the National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K) Journal at the National Defence College in Karen, Nairobi. The […]

PRESIDENT RUTO JOINS KDF IN MARKING THIS YEAR’S KDF DAY CELEBRATIONS

The President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Defence Forces, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, today led the Kenya Defence Forces in celebrating KDF […]

KENYA NAVY SAILORS CELEBRATE KDF DAY 2023

Kenya Navy Sailors today joined other Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Services in celebrating the twelfth KDF Day at Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe. KDF Day is observed annually to Commemorate the […]

DEFENCE FORCES FOOTBALL REFEREEING COURSE COMES TO A CLOSE AT MOI AIR BASE

The three (3) week basic coaches course conducted by the Defence Forces Football Association (DFFA) at the Ulinzi Sports Complex came to a close today and saw the graduation of […]

KENYAN CONTINGENT EMPOWERS DHOBLEY TEENAGE GIRLS ON INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THR GIRL CHILD

The Kenyan contingent, operating within the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) from Sector II in Dhobley, collaborated with the Dhobley Community Based Organization (CBO) to commemorate the International […]

FIB COMMANDER BRIGADIER ALFRED MATAMBO VISITS KENYA QUICK REACTION FORCE SERVING UNDER MONUSCO IN BENI DRC

In a gesture of solidarity and support, the Force Intervention Brigade (FIB) Commander, Brigadier Alfred Matambo, paid a significant visit to the Kenyan Quick Reaction Force (QRF) deployed under the […]

DEPUTY COMMANDER KENYA ARMY VISITS TROOPS SCHEDULED FOR PEACE KEEPING OPERATIONS IN DRC

Deputy Commander Kenya Army Major General David Tarus, on 12 October 2023, visited troops in Isiolo who are set to travel for peace keeping operations in the Democratic Republic of […]

SENIOR LEADERSHIP COMMAND COURSE PARTICIPANTS GRADUATE AT 15 KR IN MARIAKANI

The Commander Kenya Navy Fleet,Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa on Thursday 12th October 2023 presided over the graduation ceremony for Senior Leadership Command (SLC) course participants at 15 Kenya Rifles (KR) in […]

PS MARIRU HOSTS ITALIAN SPACE AGENCY PRESIDENT FOR BILATERAL DELIBERATIONS

The Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has today hosted the Italian Space Agency (ASI) President, Prof. Teodoro Valente and his delegation from the Italian Government, for a meeting at […]

CS DUALE HOSTS EU SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held talks with the European Union Special Representative for the Horn of Africa (HoA) Her Excellency Dr. Annette Weber who paid him […]

DEFENCE FORCES MEDICAL INSURANCE SCHEME HOLDS MEDICAL CAMP FOR RETIRING AND RETIRED KDF PERSONNEL

Defence Forces Medical Insurance Scheme (DEFMIS), held a medical outreach for its members at the Laikipia Air Base, Nanyuki.  The exercise targeted retired KDF personnel and their families residing in […]

GENERAL OGOLLA, CHIEF OF KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SPEAKS ON KENYAS’ PARTICIPATION IN PEACE OPERATIONS

Kenya through the International Peace Support Training Centre, will host the 27th International Association of Peacekeeping Training Centres Annual Conference from 6th to10th November 2023. The theme for this years’ […]

KDF TROOPS CONDUCT CIMIC ACTIVITIES FOR THREE SCHOOLS IN EMBAKASI

KDF troops stationed at Kenya Army Corps of Aviation (KACA), led by Col Antony Maina, today took part in various Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities for the various schools located at […]

KDF FAMILIES MARK WORLD CEREBRAL PALSY DAY

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK), joined Kenya Defence Forces families to celebrate the World Cerebral Palsy Day, at the Defence Forces Wellness Centre (DFWC) in Langata Garrison, Nairobi. […]

PRESIDENT RUTO COMMISIONS MV UHURU II AT KENYA SHIPYARDS LIMITED KISUMU

The President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Defence Forces, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto today, officiated the commissioning and maiden launch of MV […]

MWAK HOLDS MENTORSHIP AND FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT SEMINAR AT MOI AIR BASE

The military wives association of Kenya (MWAK) conducted a mentorship and financial empowerment program at Moi Air Base, targeting spouses of serving, retired and deceased Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel […]

CABINET APPROVES THE ESTABLISHMENT OF PEACE SUPPORT FUND

The Cabinet Chaired by the President, His Excellency Dr. William Ruto has approved the establishment of Peace Support Operations (PSOs) Fund which shall be critical in enabling the military deploy […]

FIB COMMANDER BRIGADIER ALFRED MATAMBO VISITS KENYA QUICK REACTION FORCE SERVING UNDER MONUSCO IN BENI DRC

In a gesture of solidarity and support, the Force Intervention Brigade (FIB) Commander, Brigadier Alfred Matambo, paid a significant visit to the Kenyan Quick Reaction Force (QRF) deployed under the […]

HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT CONCLUDES WEEK-LONG SENSITIZATION FOR CIVILIAN STAFF

The Department of Human Resource Management and Development (HRM&D) has wrapped up a five-day mentorship and sensitization programme for civilian staff working in Nanyuki, Laikipia and Isiolo military establishments. The […]

CABINET APPROVES ULINZI PRIME HEALTH SERVICES FUND

The Cabinet under the leadership of His Excellency Dr. William Ruto has approved various bills among them Ulinzi Prime Health Services (UPHS) Fund. The UPHS was established by the Defence […]

CS DUALE EXUDES CONFIDENCE IN KDF’S EFFORTS IN FIGHTING TERRORISM

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has said the ongoing expansion and modernization of the Kenya Defence Forces systems and posture shall be critical in detecting and countering the Improvised […]

CS DUALE UNDERSCORES THE MILESTONES MADE IN FIGHT AGAINST AL-SHABAAB

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has underscored the significant gains made by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in restoring peace, security and stability not only in Kenya but also […]

CS DUALE HOLDS TALKS WITH THE CZECH REPUBLIC AMBASSADOR

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held bilateral talks with the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Kenya Her Excellency Ms. Nicol Adamcovà who paid him a courtesy […]

MWAK EMPOWERS COAST REGION KDF SPOUSES AND WIDOWS

Military Wives Association of Kenya(MWAK) today concluded a two-day mentorship and financial empowerment programme to spouses of serving, retired and deceased Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) families at Kenya Navy Base […]

KMA CADETS CONDUCT COMMUNITY SERVICE  AT UPENDO CHILDREN’S HOME

The Kenya Military Academy (KMA) Cadets intake 12/25, led by the Commandant Officer Cadet School (OCS), Colonel Joseph K Nzioka, on 26 September 2023 conducted Community Service at Upendo Children’s […]

COMMANDER COMBINED TASK FORCE (CTF) 150 VISITS ACDF OPD & T

Captain Yannic Bossu of the French Navy, together with his delegation paid a courtesy call to Assistant Chief of Defence Forces in charge of Operations, Plans, Doctrine and Training (ACDF […]

GATES OFFICIALLY OPEN AT THE 2023 NITF

His Excellency President William Samoei Ruto today officially opened the Nairobi International Trade Fair (NITF) 2023 at the Jamhuri Park Showground in Nairobi. This year’s Trade Fair themed: Promoting Climate […]

INDO–PACIFIC ARMY CHIEFS CONFERENCE

Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General Peter Njiru is attending the Indo–Pacific Army Chiefs Conference in India. The conference focuses on boosting military diplomacy and collaboration as well as promoting peace […]

CS HON. DUALE AND US DEFENCE SECRETARY LLYOD AUSTIN III VISITS KENYA NAVY MANDA BASE

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale accompanied the United States Secretary of Defence Mr Lloyd Austin III to Kenya Navy Base-Manda in Lamu. The purpose of the visit was to […]

COMMANDER KENYA NAVY PARTICIPATES IN INTERNATIONAL SEAPOWER SYMPOSIUM AT NEWPORT, UNITED STATES

Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Jimson Mutai attended the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS) held from 19 to 22 September 2023 at the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island […]

SHORTLISTED TRADESMEN/WOMEN REPORT AT EMBAKASI GARRISON

The Kenya Defence Forces today, 25 September 2023, officially kicked off interviews for this year’s shortlisted Tradesmen/ women candidates at the Embakasi Garrison in Nairobi. The occasion, which saw hopefuls […]

CS DUALE SIGNS DEFENCE COOPERATION FRAMEWORK WITH THE US DEFENCE SECRETARY

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale together with the United States (US) Secretary for Defence Mr. Lloyd Austin have today signed a joint Defence Cooperation Framework that shall […]

KDF TROOPS CONDUCTS CIMIC ACTIVITIES FOR MUKUTANI RESIDENTS, BARINGO COUNTY

KDF troops stationed at Mukutani Forward Operating Base (FOB) under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ (OMU) conducted a humanitarian outreach program for the residents of Mukutani in Baringo County. The move was […]

KENYA DEFENCE FORCES ANNUAL SERGEANT MAJORS SEMINAR HELD AT HUMANITARIAN PEACE SUPPORT SCHOOL, EMBAKASI

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Francis Ogolla on 21 September 2023 officiated the annual KDF Sergeant Majors’ seminar at the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS), Embakasi. Under the […]

CS DUALE HOSTS UAE AMBASSADOR

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Kenya – His Excellency Dr. Salim Ibrahim bin Ahmed who […]

CS DEFENCE DUALE CHAIRS FRIENDS OF THE EAST AFRICAN STANDBY FORCE MEETING

The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Defence, Hon. Aden Duale, today chaired a ‘Friends’ of the East African Standby Force (FoEASF) meeting at the Holiday Inn hotel in Two Rivers Mall, […]

KENYA QRF AND BRAZILIAN JUNGLE WARFARE MOBILE TRAINING TEAM LAUNCH THREE-WEEK JUNGLE WARFARE TRAINING IN BENI, EASTERN DRC

In a groundbreaking collaboration between Kenya Quick Reaction Force (QRF) and Brazilian Jungle Warfare Mobile Training Team (JWMTT), both serving under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic […]

THE VICE CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES CHAIRS THE REGULAR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE CONTROL BOARD MEETING

The Vice Chief of the Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi on Friday 15 September 2023 chaired a regular College Control Board Meeting of the Joint Command and Staff […]

CS DUALE MEETS OMBUDSMAN CHAIRPERSON

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held a consultative meeting with the officials from the Commission for Administrative Justice (CAJ) commonly known as the Office of the Ombudsman […]

CS DUALE MEETS KNCHR CHAIRPERSON

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today met officials from the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) Ms. Roseline Odede who paid him a courtesy visit at the […]

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH FAMILY DAY CELEBRATIONS

The Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish today held a family harvest Thanksgiving Mass at Defence Headquarters, Hurlingham, Nairobi County. The mass was presided over by the Military Ordinariate of […]

KENYA QRF AND SOUTH AFRICA BATTALION DEPLOYED UNDER MONUSCO CONDUCTS PATROL ALONG BENI-ERINGETI MSR

In a significant development aimed at enhancing security and stability in the volatile eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Quick Reaction Force (QRF) from Kenya and South […]

SHORTLISTED SPECIALIST OFFICERS AND TRADESMEN/WOMEN 2023

The underlisted applicants have been shortlisted as Specialist Officers and Tradesmen/women. The applicants are to report for interviews as below: A. Tradesmen/women to report to Embakasi Garrison – Nairobi, on […]

MWAK OFFERS ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM TO MILITARY WIVES

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK), wrapped up the first week of a ‘Women Empowerment Program’ which was held at both 9 and 3 Kenya Rifles in Eldoret and […]

CS DUALE HOLDS BILATERAL TALKS WITH UK HIGH COMMISSIONER

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has today held bilateral talks with the British High Commissioner to Kenya His Excellency Mr. Neil Wigan who paid him a courtesy […]

COMMANDER 8 BRIGADE VISITS OAB TROOPS AT BAURE FOB

Commander 8 Brigade, Brigadier David Chesire together with Operation Amani Boni (OAB) Commander Colonel Joel Tanui, visited Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops stationed at Baure Forward Operating Base in Lamu […]

CDF HOSTS KENYA SCOUTS ASSOCIATION REPRESENTATIVES

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla has today hosted officials from the Kenya Scouts Association led by the Chief Scout, Amb. Prof. Jacob Kaimenyi who paid him […]

CS DEFENCE VISITS NORTH RIFT.

This country owes a great debt of gratitude to our brave members of a multi-agency security team from the Kenya Defence Forces, National Police Service, National Police Reservists among other […]

JUNIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE 096/23 OPENING CEREMONY

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 096/2023 commenced on 11 September2023. The course is comprised of 50 officers drawn from the three Services of the Kenya Defence Forces with […]

UK DEPUTY NATIONAL SECURITY ADVISOR PAYS A COURTESY CALL TO NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE.

The Deputy UK National Security Advisor, Madam Dame Sarah Macintosh paid a courtesy call to the National Defence College (NDC), a constituent college of the National Defence University Kenya. She […]

‘OMU’ MULTI AGENCY TEAM IN CONJUNCTION WITH NCIC CONDUCT A MULTI-TRIBAL PEACE MEETING IN TURKANA COUNTY.

As the ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ Multi agency team continues to make strides in restoring peace and normalcy in the North Rift, in conjunction with the National Cohesion and Integration Commission […]

KDF RECRUITMENT 2023 COMES TO AN END

The Kenya Defence Forces recruitment exercise for General Service Officer Cadets, Graduate General Service Officer Cadets and General Duty Recruits has come to an end today the 8th September 2023. […]

MWAK FACILITATES PRE-DEPLOYMENT COUNSELLING FOR MILITARY WIVES

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) Chairlady Mrs. Aileen Ogolla officiated a military wives pre-deployment counselling program at the Kenyatta Barracks in Gilgil. The MWAK delegation was received by […]

CS DUALE HOSTS LANDS PS AND NLC CHAIRPERSON

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held a consultative meeting with the Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Lands Hon. Nixon Korir, Chairman of the National Lands Commission […]

NYS BENCHMARKS KDF ON RECRUITS AND SERVICE PERSONNEL HEALTH POLICY

The Chief of Medical Services at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), Brig (Dr) Atanasias Odhiambo hosted a benchmarking team from the National Youth Service (NYS) at the Defence Headquarters in Hurlingham, […]

GOR TAKE DOWN ULINZI 1-0 AT THE ULINZI SPORTS COMPLEX

Gor Mahia FC today secured their first victory of the FKF Premier League campaign by defeating Ulinzi Stars 1-0 at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Lang’ata, Nairobi. The decisive moment […]

TROOPS DESTINED FOR PEACEKEEPING DUTIES IN DRC UNDERGO MENTORSHIP

Representatives from the Compensation and Welfare Department at the Defence Headquarters in conjunction with the Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) today conducted a counselling training program to KDF troops […]

JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE (JCSC )ENGAGES MOI AIR BASE TO A FRIENDLY VOLLEYBALL MATCH

JCSC students of Course 39 – 2023/24 hosted Moi Air Base (MAB) Officers to the annual volleyball match on 27 August 2023. The Deputy Commandant/Chief Instructer Brig R W Mwanzia, […]

DEFENCE COOPERATION MEETING BETWEEN KENYA AND THE REPUBLIC SOUTH AFRICA

Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has underscored the need to strengthen the already existing bilateral ties between Kenya and South Africa through a robust Defence Cooperation Agreement (DSA). The […]

VCDF LAUNCHES THE 2023 KDF RECRUITMENT DRIVE

Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi, the Vice Chief of Defence Forces (VCDF) has today, 28th August launched the 2023 Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruitment exercise at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The […]

DEFENCE CS VISITS LAMU COUNTY TO ASSESS THE PREPAREDNESS OF SECURITY AGENCIES

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has underscored the importance of collaboration between local community and the security organs in the fight against terrorism saying it has yielded results in […]

THE JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

The students of course 39 -2023/24 at the Joint Command and Staff College participated in the finals of Inter- Syndicates Volleyball tournament on 24 August 2023 at the college. The […]

EAC DEFENCE MINISTERS HOLD AN EXTRAORDINARY SECURITY MEETING IN NAIROBI

East Africa Community (EAC) Ministers of Defence met in Nairobi today to consider the progress of the East Africa Community Regional Force – Democratic Republic of Congo (EACRF – DRC) […]

KERO LA UTAPELI KATIKA ZOEZI LA UAJIRI WA WANAJESHI

Majeshi kote ulimwenguni mara kwa mara huwaajiri wanajeshi wapya kwa sababu tofauti. Mathalan, huenda pakawa na haja ya kujaza upungufu uliopo au haja ya kupata stadi maalum zinazohitajika kutokana na […]

KDF AND UPDF GROW CORDIAL RELATIONS

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) together with the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) held a Joint Defence Committee Meeting (JDC) in Mbale Resort Hotel, Mbale, Uganda. The bilateral engagement strengthened the […]

DEFENCE CS HOSTS INDIAN HIGH COMMISSIONER TO KENYA

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Indian High Commissioner to Kenya Her Excellency Ms. Namgya Khampa who paid him an office visit at the Defence Headquarters, […]

JUNIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE 095/23 GRADUATION

The Junior Joint Command and Staff Course 095/23 graduation ceremony was held on 17 Aug 23. It commenced on 15 May 23 and ran for 14 weeks with 42 participants […]

CS DUALE HOSTS EAC SECRETARY GENERAL

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today held bilateral talks with the Secretary General of the East African Community (EAC) and the Secretary to the Summit of EAC Heads […]

COURSE 39-2023/24 COMPETE IN JCSC COMMANDANT’S RACE

The College leadership, faculty, staff and students of Course 39 – 2023/2024 at Joint Command and Staff College participated in the annual Commandant’s Race Competition on 16 August 2023. The […]

VCDF HOSTS THE PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE ON SPORTS AND CULTURE AT UHURU GARDENS NATIONAL MONUMENT AND MUSEUM

The Vice Chief of Defence Forces (VCDF) Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi has today hosted the Parliamentary Committee on Sports and Culture at the Uhuru Gardens National Monument and Museum (UGNM&M) […]

PS MARIRU OPENS WORKSHOP FOR CIVILIAN ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS

Defence Principal Secretary (PS) Mr. Patrick Mariru has today opened a one-day workshop for the Civilian Administrative Officers from all Kenya Defence Forces units across the country. During the workshop […]

CDF PRESIDES OVER THE SIGNING OF PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS FOR TOP MILITARY LEADERS

Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Francis Ogolla, today led Services, Directorates and Defence Controlled Units (DCUs) in signing Performance Contracts for the Financial Year 2023/24 at the Defence […]

KENYAN TROOPS IN DRC RECEIVE UNITED NATIONS SERVICE MEDALS FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTION IN PEACE

The Force Commander of United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) Lieutenant-General Otávio Rodriguez De Miranda Filho presented UN service medals to the Kenya Quick Reaction […]

CS DUALE HOSTS ISRAELI AMBASSADOR TO KENYA

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Israeli Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Michael Lotem and officials from Israeli Aerospace Industry (IAI) led by Mr. Shimon Eckhaus […]

WALKING FAR TOGETHER’ EXHIBITED AT MWAKs’ SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING

The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) Chairperson Mrs. Aileen Ogolla, officiated MWAKs’ special General Meeting and subsequently celebrated the commissioning of new members at the Defence Headquarters, in Nairobi. […]

CS DUALE PROMISES A FREE AND FAIR KDF RECRUITMENT DRIVE

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has emphasized that the forthcoming countrywide military recruitment shall be free, fair and above board for all qualified Kenyan youths including those from marginalized […]

MOI FORCES ACADEMY HOSTS LAUNCH OF SCHOOL ARTS COMPETITION

Moi Forces Academy has today hosted the launch of the Jubilee Insurance Live Free Competition 2023. The competition was initiated back in 2017 and has evolved into a platform that […]

DEFENCE CS HOSTS EASF

Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Brigadier Paul Njema and the Chairperson of friends of EASF Colonel Jen […]

ACT OF KINDNESS BY KDF IN DRC

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops under the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) on Saturday, 5th August 2023 while on patrol in Kibumba, in Nyiragongo Territory, North Kivu Province were […]

CS DUALE VISITS DRC WHERE KDF HAS DEPLOYED TROOPS UNDER EACRF

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale who is on a working tour to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) held a consultative meeting with his Congolese counterpart Hon. […]

AIRBORNE DAY COMMEMORATIONS

Kenya Defence Forces troops majorly drawn from the Army Special Operations Brigade (ASOB) which are based at Kenyatta Barracks in Gilgil, Nakuru County on 05 August 2022 marked the Airborne […]

KENYAN TROOPS IN DRC RECEIVE UNITED NATIONS SERVICE MEDALS FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTION IN PEACE

The Force Commander of United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) Lieutenant-General Otávio Rodriguez De Miranda Filho presented UN service medals to the Kenya Quick Reaction […]

COMMANDER KENYA ARMY VISITS TROOPS ON OPERATION DUTIES*

Commander Kenya Army Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Peter Njiru toured Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops in Operation Amani Boni (OAB) Forward Operating Bases in Bodhei, Bulagolol, and Kiunga amongst others. […]

CS DUALE HOSTS EASF DIRECTOR

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has today hosted the Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Brigadier Peter Njema who paid him a courtesy visit at […]

COMMANDER CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERS BRIGADE INSPECTS SCHOOL PROJECT IN THE NORTH RIFT

On Wednesday 02 August 2023, the KDF Construction Engineers Brigade Commander, Brigadier Joseph Mutua, conducted an inspection tour to the ongoing renovation and reconstruction of schools project in the North […]

GO GREEN, GROW TREES

The Deputy Army Commander, Major General David Tarus led Langa’ta Barracks personnel in a tree planting exercise within the camp. The exercise was conducted in conjunction with the Kenya Forest […]

CS DUALE SEEKS PARLIAMENT INDULGENCE IN IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KENYA -ITALY SPACE AGREEMENT

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence Hon. Aden Duale has reiterated Kenya’s efforts to leverage the presence of the Malindi Space Centre to build her own capacity as an emerging and […]

DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH CELEBRATES FAMILY

The Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral Parish today held a family harvest Thanksgiving Mass at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), Hurlingam. The mass was presided over by the Military Ordinariate Apostolic […]

ADVERTISEMENT FOR RECRUITMENT OF GENERAL SERVICE OFFICER (GSO) CADETS, SPECIALIST OFFICERS, GENERAL DUTY RECRUITS, TRADESMEN/WOMEN AND DEFENCE FORCES CONSTABLES INTO THE KENYA DEFENCE FORCES

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is pleased to announce to the public the recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets (Regular and Graduate degree holders), Specialist Officers, General Duty Recruits, […]

U.S GENERAL PAYS COURTESY CALL TO THE KDF CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCES AT ULINZI HOUSE

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Francis Ogolla today hosted the Commander U.S Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), General Bryan P. Fenton at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi. The two leaders […]

CS DEFENCE INSPECTS ONGOING SCHOOLS RENOVATIONS IN THE NORTH RIFT

The Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Hon. Aden Duale, on 20 July 2023 traversed the North Rift region inspecting the ongoing renovations of schools by KDF troops deployed under ‘Operation Maliza […]

KDF JOINT TRAINING WITH THE BRITISH ARMY

Kenya Defence Forces and the British Army Training Unit- Kenya (BATUK) troops integrated to a specialised training exercise in Lolldaiga Ranch Laikipia County. The joint training follows the Defence Cooperation […]

END OF AN ERA FOR ARMY SERGEANT MAJOR, HIS SUCCESSOR TAKES POST

The Kenya Army held a colourful farewell ceremony for the Retiring Army Sergeant Major (ASM), Warrant Officer Class One (WOI), Fanuel Mahebo after forty-two years of selfless service to the […]

UPHSF NOTICE FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

Ulinzi Prime Health Services (UPHS) was established by the Defence Council in July 2022 with a mandate to partially open up Kenya Defence Forces levels IV, V & VI medical […]

OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY FOR SENIOR JOINT COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE 39 of 2023/ 2024

The Commander Kenya Navy, Maj Gen Jimson Mutai on 17 July 2023 officiated over the Opening Ceremony of SJCSC 39-2023/24. The course comprises 90 military officers drawn from KDF and […]

‘OMU’ STRIVES MORE IN PACIFYING BARINGO COUNTY

The Multi-agency troops deployed under ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu’ in conjunction with Baringo County Government and Christian Impact Mission (CIM) took part in the launch of the construction project of Silale […]

DEFENCE PS PARTICIPATES IN MOD’S TEAM BUILDING EXERCISE

Defence Principal Secretary Mr. Patrick Mariru has today joined Accounts Department at the Ministry for a team-building exercise organized by the Unit to mark the closure and opening of Financial […]

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