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President William Ruto has arrived at Moi Barracks, Eldoret, for the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Day celebrations.
The day is marked on October 14 each year.
The President is donning full military uniform, being the first time he has worn the outfit.
The uniform is fitting for the event, focusing on his title as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Kenya.
He was accompanied by CDF Charles Kahariri and Defence CS Soipan Tuya.
Ruto held a meeting with the KDF officials before the event.
KDF Day serves as a reminder of the military’s mission to protect and serve all Kenyans, demonstrating that true strength lies in compassion and community engagement.
“We celebrate our soldiers, the heartbeat of our defence and the driving force behind national development.”
KDF Day was established to recognise the courage and dedication of Kenya’s defence forces.
It also marks the anniversary of Operation Linda Nchi, launched on October 14, 2011, when KDF entered Somalia to combat the Al-Shabaab militant group.
Since its first observance in 2012, the day has become a solemn reminder of the ultimate price paid by soldiers on the battlefield, while celebrating their continued contribution to national and regional security.
