The primary objective of the national security system and organs is to promote and guarantee national security in accordance with the principles of Article 238 (2) of the Constitution. The responsibilities of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), under Art. 241 (3), are the defence and protection of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the republic and assisting and cooperating with other authorities in emergencies and disasters.
Over the past several years, KDF missions have been impactful internationally and nationally. The military has taken part in numerous peacekeeping missions around the world. It is currently deployed in Somalia, under Amisom, to help pacify zones earlier held by terrorist groups. Locally, KDF has been instrumental in supporting the police in law enforcement and security operations.
