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Ministry of Defence

Also known as: MOD

Kenyan government ministry managing construction contracts for major infrastructure projects including stadiums, mausoleums, and convention centres.

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June 2026
11 JunThe Standard
… In the proposal the Ministry of Defence will get Sh252.1 billion, the National Police Service (Sh144.7 billion), the National Intelligence Service (Sh64 billion) and the Kenya Prison Services (Sh42.6 billion). …
Win of village elders as state allocates Sh3.9 billion stipend
4 JunCapital News
… Neither State House nor the Ministry of Defence has publicly indicated whether Kenya plans to purchase a new presidential jet, pursue a long-term leasing arrangement or continue relying on ad hoc charter flights. …
Ruto sticks to chartered planes as presidential jet remains grounded in Netherlands
May 2026
19 MayCitizen Digital
… Stakeholders who appeared before the committee included representatives from the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration, the Ministry of Defence, the Office of the Attorney General, the State Department for Trade, Investment and Industry, and the State …
MPs warn new Strategic Goods Bill could slow down trade, raise costs
15 MayCitizen Digital
… Locally, the Ministry of Defence, Sports Kenya and various technical teams are working 24/7 to ensure all venues—including Talanta Sports City—are delivered on time. …
Talanta City's Raila Odinga Stadium 91% complete, says Mvurya
11 MayCitizen Digital
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Monica Juma assumes office in Vienna as UNODC Executive Director
8 MayCitizen Digital
… In education, the Ministry of Defence will build five extra schools in Laikipia North to enhance access to schooling in the formerly insecurity-prone area. …
'No region will be left behind again,' President Ruto says during Laikipia tour
8 MayCapital News
… In the education sector, the Ministry of Defence will construct five additional schools in Laikipia North, adding to the 15 already built in the region. …
Ruto: Era of Marginalisation and Discrimination in Kenya is Over
6 MayCitizen Digital
… Another distinctive appointment was that of Justice Joseph Biomdo, who is the first Judge ever appointed from the Ministry of Defence. …
Bench of firsts: JSC rewrites history with new judges
April 2026
30 AprThe Standard
… sury withdrew and replaced the notice with Gazette Notice No. 5803.Wanjigi argued that the revised figures exposed unexplained changes involving hundreds of billions of shillings across ministries and agencies, including the Teachers Service Commission and the Ministry of Defence …
Wanjigi calls for freeze of Treasury's Sh150bn 'shadow account'
27 AprCitizen Digital
… Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya on Monday presided over the groundbreaking ceremony of the institution, which will operate as a constituent college of Moi University. …
Gov't announces construction of Kabarnet University College in Baringo

Sport

Kenya upgrades stadiums for AFCON 2027 and World Athletics 2029

The News

President William Ruto announced that Kenya is upgrading major sports facilities ahead of hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (co-hosted with Uganda and Tanzania) and the 2029 World Athletics Championships in Nairobi. The government is investing in the Raila Odinga International Stadium, a 60,000-seat facility at Jamhuri Grounds that is about 94 per cent complete, and modernising Kasarani and other venues including Nyayo National Stadium and Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret.

20 October 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 20 October

Kenya upgrades stadiums for AFCON 2027 and World Athletics 2029
President William Ruto announced that Kenya is upgrading major sports facilities ahead of hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (co-hosted with Uganda and Tanzania) and the 2029 World Athletics Championships in Nairobi. The government is investing in the Raila Odinga International Stadium, a 60,000-seat facility at Jamhuri Grounds that is about 94 per cent complete, and modernising Kasarani and other venues including Nyayo National Stadium and Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret.
20 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 14 October

Kenya increasingly assigns infrastructure projects to KDF
Since taking office in 2022, President William Ruto's administration has increasingly turned to Kenya Defence Forces' engineering expertise to manage and deliver strategic infrastructure projects, exemplified by the military-led Talanta Sports City development in Nairobi.
14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 7 October

Raila Odinga's mausoleum completed in Bondo, Siaya County
The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum, constructed by the Kenya Defence Forces with technical support from the National Museums of Kenya, has been completed at Kang'o ka Jaramogi in Bondo beside the grave of his father, former Vice-President Jaramogi Oginga Odinga. The pentagonal structure incorporates wildlife sculptures and heritage features, and has been placed under the National Museums of Kenya for preservation and interpretation of Raila's life and political career.
7 October 2026 · Capital News →
Orengo prepares Raila mausoleum for state handover ceremony
Siaya Governor James Orengo has inspected the Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kang'o ka Jaramogi in Bondo ahead of its official handover and dedication on Wednesday, led by President William Ruto. The mausoleum, located at the Odinga family home, will be formally handed over to the State and placed under the protection of the National Museums of Kenya.
7 October 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 6 October

Kenya targets 17.24 million trees during Mazingira Week
The Government has set a target of planting 17.24 million trees during this year's National Mazingira Week to restore degraded ecosystems and move closer to its goal of planting 15 billion trees by 2032. The week-long programme involves educational institutions, mining area restoration, and highway greening, with the Cabinet Secretary emphasizing that survival of planted trees matters more than the number planted.
6 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 5 October

US withdraws all bombers from RAF Fairford base
The US has removed all its bombers from RAF Fairford in Britain following a September 27 incident involving suspicious vehicles near the base, which triggered a counter-terror investigation and the arrest of six men.
5 October 2026 · Capital News →
US withdraws all bombers from RAF Fairford base
The US has removed all its bombers from RAF Fairford, a British military base in Gloucestershire, following an incident on 27 September in which police investigated three suspicious vehicles near the airbase and arrested six men on suspicion of terror offences. The US did not give a reason for the withdrawal, though Whitehall sources indicate it was a response to the incident.
5 October 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 3 October

Raila Mausoleum 98 per cent complete, state handover October 7
The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum in Bondo, final resting place of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga and Raila Odinga, will be handed over to the State on October 7 and dedicated by President William Ruto in a restricted, military-honours ceremony. Public access opens October 8, with the event broadcast live and screened at three locations.
3 October 2026 · Capital News →
Raila Odinga mausoleum 98% complete, handed over Wednesday
The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kang'o ka Jaramogi in Bondo, which houses Kenya's first Vice President Jaramogi Oginga Odinga and his son Raila Odinga, is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto.
3 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 2 October

Ethiopia army HQ explosion sparked regional diplomatic tensions
Drone strikes likely caused explosions at Ethiopia's army headquarters this week amid renewed fighting between federal forces and the Tigray People's Liberation Front. The conflict triggered a breakdown in relations between Ethiopia and both Eritrea and Egypt, with the two countries expelling diplomats and severing or suspending diplomatic ties.
2 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 1 October

Talanta Stadium ninety-four percent complete, opening set for December 31
The Raila Odinga Talanta Stadium, a 60,000-seater facility in Nairobi, is 94 per cent complete and expected to be ready by December 31 as Kenya co-hosts the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with Uganda and Tanzania. The Ministry of Defence stated the deadline set by the Confederation of African Football will be met, though the stadium will require three months of testing and commissioning before hosting major international matches.
1 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 30 September

Raila Odinga mausoleum over 95% complete, unveiling planned
The mausoleum of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is now more than 95 per cent complete ahead of its planned unveiling next week, according to Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru. The Ministry of Defence took over construction in July 2026 following a directive by President William Ruto and has overseen rapid acceleration of works over the past two months.
30 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 29 September

Five men released on bail after RAF Fairford arrest
Five UK nationals in their 20s from London were arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences near RAF Fairford airbase in Gloucestershire after three suspicious vehicles were spotted. Counter-terror police have released them on bail pending investigation into whether foreign state actors were involved.
29 September 2026 · Capital News →

Monday 28 September

Court halts Manda Magogoni land takeover pending October hearing
A Lamu court ordered that the status quo be maintained on disputed land in the Hindi/Manda Magogoni area while more than 130 Chandavai residents challenge what they describe as an unlawful takeover of their ancestral land. The court set an inter partes hearing for October 14, 2026, and gave respondents 14 days to file their responses.
28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 25 September

Kipchoge Keino Stadium 68% complete for Mashujaa Day
The government reports that the Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret is 68 per cent complete ahead of Mashujaa Day celebrations scheduled for October 20, 2026. The celebrations will be held across Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi and Uasin Gishu counties for the first time, with activities running from October 13 to 18 under the theme "Security, Sports and the Finance Sector."
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 22 September

Kenya Shipyards works to improve safety on Lake Victoria
Kenya Shipyards Ltd is building modern boats and ships to address safety concerns on Lake Victoria, where 420 boat accidents were recorded on the Kenyan side between 2015 and 2025, resulting in over 250 deaths. The major causes include overloading, strong winds, lack of life jackets, poorly maintained wooden boats, and untrained operators.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 21 September

Bomas centre contract held by Defence, not Tourism ministry
The 45 billion Kenyan shilling Bomas International Convention Centre project, overseen by the Ministry of Tourism, has raised accountability questions after it emerged that the Ministry of Defence holds the construction contract and procurement documents. The project's cost has risen from an initial 31.7 billion shillings.
21 September 2026 · The Standard →
Sh45 billion Bomas centre: custody of contracts unclear
The Sh45.1 billion Bomas International Convention Centre project has drawn scrutiny after the Ministry of Tourism, which owns and funds it, does not hold the construction contract—instead the Ministry of Defence holds the procurement documents. The project's cost has risen from an initial Sh31.7 billion, raising questions over accountability and responsibility.
21 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 17 September

Senators demand Bomas complex contract as ministries clash over oversight
Senators have demanded the contract and financial records for the multi-billion-shilling Bomas International Conference Centre project, questioning the division of responsibilities between the Ministries of Defence and Tourism. The Ministry of Defence is responsible for contracting and procurement, while Tourism will own and market the facility, an arrangement that has raised concerns among lawmakers since the project is funded through the Tourism Fund.
17 September 2026 · Capital News →
Nyamira University construction progresses; first intake expected soon
Construction of Nyamira University at Kiabonyoru in Nyamira County has entered a critical phase, with structural works on classrooms and offices expected to be completed by December and final finishing by February. The project, overseen by the Ministry of Defence, will comprise more than 16 blocks and is expected to begin admitting students once legal and administrative processes are completed.
17 September 2026 · Capital News →

Sunday 13 September

Ruto undertakes five-day development tour of Luo Nyanza region
President William Ruto has begun a five-day development tour of Kisumu, Siaya, Migori, and Homa Bay counties to assess multi-billion-shilling projects and consolidate political support ahead of the 2027 General Election. The itinerary includes visits to infrastructure projects including roads and water systems.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 18 August

Government pursues irrigation project using Lake Baringo, Bogoria excess water
The government is developing a water management project to harness excess water from the Lake Baringo–Lake Bogoria basin for agricultural irrigation. Officials from the Irrigation and Defence ministries have held consultations and technical assessments, with preliminary findings suggesting the excess water could be conveyed to areas with irrigation development potential.
18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 12 August

KVF asks Ruto to support Malkia Strikers African title bid
Kenya Volleyball Federation Deputy President Paul Bitok has called on President William Ruto to attend the African Nations Women's Volleyball Championship as guest of honor and encourage Kenyans to attend, saying their support will be vital as Malkia Strikers seek to defend their African title and target qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 24 July

UK relocates military training exercise to Tanzania
The UK government announced plans to move a planned military training exercise (Exercise Haraka Storm) from Kenya to Tanzania after Kenya failed to approve the renewal of licenses for the British Army Training Unit (BATUK). The exercise was scheduled to run in Laikipia between September and November.
24 July 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 23 July

UK relocates military training exercise from Kenya to Tanzania
The United Kingdom has moved a planned military training exercise called 'Haraka Storm' from Laikipia to an alternative location in a neighbouring country after required licences were not approved by the Kenyan government. The relocation follows months of tension over a proposed Defence Cooperation Agreement governing the operations of the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK).
23 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 22 July

Kenya prepares venues for August African Volleyball Championship
Kenya is renovating the Kasarani Indoor Arena and Ulinzi Sports Complex to host the 2026 Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship from August 23 to September 5 in Nairobi, the first time since 2015. The tournament will feature 16 teams and serve as a qualification pathway for the 2027 FIVB Women's World Championship and 2028 Olympic Games.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China pledges expanded military, security ties with Kenya
China's Ambassador to Kenya announced Beijing's readiness to deepen cooperation with Kenya in peacekeeping, counter-terrorism, maritime security, and military exchanges, citing global instability and Kenya's role in regional peace initiatives.
22 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kipchoge Keino Stadium upgrade set for Mashujaa Day and AFCON 2027
Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret is being upgraded by the Ministry of Defence in partnership with Sports and the county government, with construction 47 per cent complete and practical completion expected by 20 September 2026. The facility will host this year's Mashujaa Day celebrations and serve as an official training venue for AFCON 2027.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kamariny Stadium in Elgeyo Marakwet reaches 50% construction
Construction of Kamariny Stadium has reached 50 per cent completion after years of delays, with contractors working around the clock to meet the December completion target. The Sports Kenya project, which first began in 2017, had stalled before the government terminated the original contract and appointed a new contractor.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 5 July

Kenya's tree-planting plan creates jobs and income in rural areas
Kenya's 15 billion tree-planting programme by 2032 is generating economic opportunities through seedling production, agroforestry, forest restoration services, eco-tourism, and beekeeping across counties. Land degradation currently affects approximately 38.8 million hectares and costs about $1.3 billion annually in losses, with restoration identified as a pathway for employment and livelihood creation in rural communities.
5 July 2026 · The Standard →