Overview
- Act: Kenya Ordinance Factory Corporation Act (Cap. 210)
- Formed: 1971
- CEO: Major General George Okumu
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The Kenya Ordinance Factory Corporation (KOFC) was established in 1971 under the Kenya Ordinance Factory Corporation Act (Cap. 210). Its primary mandate is to manufacture military and civilian ordinance, including ammunition, weapons, and related products. The corporation plays a crucial role in supporting the Kenya Defence Forces by providing reliable and high-quality defense equipment. Additionally, KOFC engages in research and development to enhance its manufacturing capabilities and expand its product range, contributing to national security and local industry development while promoting self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
Functions
- Manufacture Ordnance: Produce military and civilian ordnance, including ammunition, weapons, and explosives.
- Support National Defense: Provide reliable defense equipment to the Kenya Defence Forces to enhance national security.
- Research and Development: Engage in R&D to improve manufacturing processes and develop new products.
- Local Industry Development: Promote self-reliance in defense manufacturing by utilizing local resources and expertise.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure all products meet national and international quality standards for safety and reliability.
- Technology Transfer: Facilitate the transfer of technology in defense manufacturing to enhance local capabilities.
- Training and Capacity Building: Offer training programs to develop skills and expertise in defense manufacturing.
- Collaboration with Other Agencies: Work with other government agencies and private sectors for effective defense solutions.
- Expand Product Range: Diversify the range of products to include civilian applications and non-lethal defense equipment.
- Compliance with Regulations: Adhere to national and international regulations governing the manufacture and sale of ordnance.
Address & Contacts
- Kenya Ordinance Factory Corporation
- P.O BOX 6634 30100 ELDORET, KENYA
- Along Eldoret – Kitale Road .:. 20km from Eldoret town
- kofc@africaonline.co.ke /
- info@kofc.co.ke
- (+254) 020 204 7815