President William Ruto on Thursday, August 13, 2026, presided over the 46th Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) pass-out parade held at Moi Barracks Senior School in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County.

The ceremony marked the successful completion of basic military training by a new cohort of recruits, officially inducting them into service. The event attracted senior government officials, security commanders, local leaders, and families of the graduates.

Highlights of the Ceremony

  • Graduates demonstrated military drills and skills acquired during their training.
  • Inspection of the recruits by senior officers.
  • Performances by the military band.
  • Awards presented to outstanding recruits.

The pass-out parade symbolizes the transition from training to active duty within the Kenya Defence Forces.

Background on the Cohort

The recruits belong to Cohort 01/25, which was officially received into the Defence Forces Recruit Training School (DFRTS) in Eldoret on November 11, 2025. Brigadier Alphonce Ndar led the reception ceremony, marking a significant milestone for the training cycle culminating in this graduation.