# The KDF Day; Soldier Centric approach

- Link: https://www.military.africa/2022/10/the-kdf-day-soldier-centric-approach/
- Published: 2022-10-16T12:30:54+01:00
- Author: Barry Ipapo

The Kenya Defence forces marked its 11th Kenya Defence forces Day in a style. The
year’s theme being “soldier centric approaches towards upscaling mission readiness”

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Happy KDF Day

KDF Day is observed annually on 14th October to Commemorate and celebrate the acts
of valor and gallantry by KDF heroes and heroines. The Day was first observed in
2012 following the launch of famous Operation Linda Nchi in October 2011.

The event was presided over by H.E Hon William Samoei Ruto, President and commander
in chief of the [Defence forces of Kenya.](https://busianpost.com/how-to-easily-join-kenya-defence-forces-2023/)
This was the President’s first military event since his inauguration on September
13th, 2022.

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President William Ruto unveils monument in honor of fallen soldiers

The president unveiled the monument in honor of departed soldiers, he was then taken
through the military static display mounted by the Kenya Airforce, Kenya Navy, and
the Kenya Army. After which the new commander in chief was entertained by Laikipia
airbase schools and fly-past.

The chief of Defence forces of Kenya, General Dr. Robert Kibochi congratulated the
new commander in chief for his victory in the general election and committed on 
behalf of entire Kenya Defence forces to serve under his command in dedication and
fidelity in the fulfilment of KDF constitutional mandate of [Defence and protection of Kenya’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.](https://busianpost.com/kenya-armys-brave-commanders-of-all-time-22/)

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The president assured soldiers that the new administration will prioritize the welfare
of men and women in service, to enable them to deliver their mandate to the nation
as well as remaining a leading professional military in the continent and beyond.

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The occasion happened in the middle of a transition and was attended by both outgoing
and incoming cabinet secretary of Defence. The outgoing Cabinet secretary was appointed
the cabinet secretary for Defence on 29th September 2021 by the former president
H.E Uhuru Kenyatta.

The incoming Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale was appointed by President Ruto and
awaits parliamentary vetting before taking his new office at Ulinzi house, where
he is expected to oversee formulation of policies that will impact continental and
global security spheres.

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