President William Ruto after inspecting a guard of honor during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS

President William Ruto led the nation Tuesday in marking the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Day celebrations.

This year's event, held at Moi Barracks in Eldoret, saw Ruto break the tradition by donning full military fatigues for the first time.

In his address, the Head of State reaffirmed the KDF's central role in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and driving development.

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He termed the ceremony as a moment of deep national pride and reflection on the sacrifices made by men and women in uniform.

The military, he said, is the “living shield of our Republic and the pillar of our prosperity" praising the soldiers for their courage, professionalism, and patriotism.

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President William Ruto inspects a guard of honor during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
President William Ruto after inspecting a guard of honor during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
President William Ruto honors the fallen soldiers during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
President William Ruto honors the fallen soldiers during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
Kenya Army soldiers in a parade during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
President William Ruto after inspecting a guard of honor during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
A section of the KDF officers during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
A section of the KDF officers during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
A section of the KDF officers during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
President William Ruto accompanied by Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri honors the fallen soldiers during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025/PCS
President William Ruto during the KDF celebrations at Moi Barracks, Eldoret on October 14, 2025 /PCS