Gorgeous Female KDF Officer Attracts Admiration During Madaraka Day Fete: "Always On Point"

• A female KDF officer has become a sensation on social media after a photo captured her executing a flawless salute during the 61st Madaraka Day celebration
• The event, which took place in Bungoma county, was attended by President William Ruto and other distinguished guests
• The officer, whose identity has not yet been revealed, stood out among hundreds of her colleagues as they marched past the dignitaries

A female Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer has become an online sensation after a photo of her delivering a perfect salute during the 61st Madaraka Day celebrations went viral.

KDF officer matches past the president

The officer, part of a larger contingent, was photographed as she marched past President William Ruto and other dignitaries during the grand event held in Bungoma County.

The striking image, shared by Lemiso Media House on Facebook, captured the officer in her full military regalia, gun at her side. Her posture is perfect, and her salute is precise.

Her focused demeanour and the sheer perfection of her salute quickly caught the attention of Kenyans, who flooded social media with praise and admiration.

How significant is Madaraka Day?

Madaraka Day, a significant event in Kenya's national calendar, commemorates the country's attainment of self-governance from British colonial rule on June 1, 1963.

The annual celebration features a parade by the KDF and various cultural performances, symbolising the nation's progress and unity.

This year’s event in Bungoma county saw a large turnout. Amid the sea of disciplined soldiers, the female officer stood out.

Netizens react to viral photo of KDF officer

Kimutai Siwo

"Well done madam ,,,,very sharp."

Cosmas Kipkemoi

"This babe girl should be deployed in Bandit region."

Samwel Ndururu

"Wow proud of my sister kudos may you live long dada."

Faith Katam

"This is me 2 year's to come."

Tottoz Maganga

"Eyes right hakuna kusuwa suwa dadaa."

George Natembeya claims he was denied an invitation

TUKO.co.ke previously reported Governor George Natembeya revealed his disappointment after being denied an invitation to Madaraka Day celebrations.

The outspoken former Rift Valley regional commissioner said he suspected the move was made after he publicly advocated for a change in regional leadership.

While speaking in Vihiga county during the launch of the Tawe Movement Vihiga Women's League, Natembeya said that other governors within the region have been involved in planning Madaraka Day celebrations while he has been kept in the dark.

Natembeya stated that he is not working under anyone and, therefore, not on anyone's project.

What you need to know about Madaraka Day celebrations

• Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua continued his new norm with an uncharacteristically short speech during this year's Madaraka Day celebrations.
• Trans Nzoia governor George Natembeya graced this year's Madaraka Day celebrations at the Masinde Muliro Stadium despite initial claims he was not invited.
• The president was on his feet as other Luhya dancers, Michah Wanyenche, Sammy Mang'ara, David Barasa, Janerose Khaemba and Opeta Musungu, shook their shoulders in unison.

Proofreading by Asher Omondi, current affairs journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.