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WE ARE THE MINISTRY THAT DEFENDS KENYA PROTECTS KENYANS AND BUILDS KENYA

The Executive Order No. 2 of 2023 (Dated 1st November 2023) created the Ministry of Defence. The work of the Ministry of Defence is informed by the Constitution of the Republic of Kenya. The Ministry is obliged to facilitate and support the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in the discharge of their mandate under Article 241 (3) (a), (b) & (c) of the Constitution.

OUR MISSION

To defend and protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic, assist and cooperate with other authorities in situations of emergency or disaster and restore peace in any part of Kenya affected by unrest or instability as assigned.

OUR VISION

A premier, credible and mission capable force deeply rooted in professionalism.

OUR COMMITMENT

The Ministry of Defence is committed to defending and protecting the people of the Republic of Kenya and their property against external aggression and also in providing support to the Civil Authority as per the Law.

HUMANITARIAN CIVIC ACTION

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OUR LEADERS

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H.E. Hon. William Samoei Ruto, PhD, CGH
President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces

Hon. Roselinda Soipan Tuya, EGH Cabinet Secretary potrait

Hon. Roselinda Soipan Tuya, EGH ‘ndc'(K)
Cabinet Secretary

Gen C M Kahariri EGH CBS ‘nwc'(USA) ‘psc'(K)
Chief of the Defence Forces

Dr. Patrick Mariru, PhD, CBS
Principal Secretary

Lt Gen J M Omenda MGH EBS SS OGW ‘rcds'(UK) ‘psc'(K)
Vice Chief of the Defence Forces

SERVICE COMMANDERS

Lt Gen D K Ketter MGH CBS ‘ndc’ (TZ) ‘psc’ (K)
Commander Kenya Army

Maj Gen B Waliaula MGH CBS ‘ndu'(China) ‘psc'(K) ‘acsc'(USA)
Commander Kenya Air Force

Maj Gen P O Otieno MGH EBS ‘ndc'(K) ‘psc'(K)
Commander Kenya Navy

LATEST NEWS

BEYOND THE MISSION: KDF TROOPS IN KISMAYO EXPLORE PATHWAYS TO HOME OWNERSHIP

Owning a home is a significant step towards financial security and family stability. For Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel serving away from home, access to affordable housing opportunities provides an […]

DEEPENING REGIONAL INTEGRATION THROUGH KNOWLEDGE

Regional economic integration is a key driver of shared prosperity, strategic cooperation and sustainable development, requiring informed leadership and strong partnerships among neighbouring states. In this regard, the National Defence […]

KDF BRINGS HEALTHCARE CLOSER TO NORTH RIFT COMMUNITIES

Human security extends beyond protecting lives and property to ensuring access to essential services, promoting community well-being and fostering lasting peace. Through civil-military cooperation and strategic partnerships, the Kenya Defence […]

DRIVING ACCOUNTABILITY AS A FOUNDATION FOR EXCELLENCE

Commitment to excellence, accountability and enhanced service delivery remains central to the Kenya Navy’s pursuit of operational effectiveness. In this regard, the Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, presided […]

KDF DAY

CDF REAFFIRMS OPERATIONAL READINESS, TROOP WELFARE AND MILITARY MODERNISATION

The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, has reaffirmed the Kenya Defence Forces’ (KDF) commitment to operational readiness, troop welfare and military modernisation as key pillars of […]

CENTCOM COMMANDER REINFORCES OPERATIONAL READINESS AND TROOP WELFARE IN BONI ENCLAVE

The General Officer Commanding Central Command (CENTCOM), Major General William Kamoiro, visited Operation Amani Boni (OAB) to assess operational readiness, review the prevailing security situation and reinforce personnel welfare as […]

EASTERN COMMAND REAFFIRMS MISSION READINESS AND HONOURS TROOPS’ SACRIFICE IN SOMALIA

The General Officer Commanding Eastern Command, Major General Luka Kutto, visited Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) in Kismayo, […]