Dido Kana G2025-09-142025-09-142024https://repository.ndu.ac.ke/handle/123456789/117The Kenya Defense Forces are involved in various nation building activities and civic duties especially during national calamities and global disasters and thus play a critical role in social development and promoting the social welfare of the citizens in different human aspects. It is evident that the establishment of National Defense Industries has significantly developed of national infrastructure and creation of job opportunities for civilians, military officers and other foreign traders. Military teams such as the Kenya Navy have significantly benefitted from the Defense Industries which provides an opportunity for designing and construction of sophisticated marine vessels such as military ships, fishing equipment, ferries and other advanced surveillance equipment. This research focused on discussing the contribution of Selective Defense National Security Industries on the economic development of Kenya: A case study of Kenya Shipyards Ltd. The study established that the Kenya Shipyard facility contributes to national economic development by creating job opportunities for a significant number of individuals. This includes skilled and unskilled labor in various fields such as welding, engineering, mechanics, and administration. The Kenya shipyard is playing a central role in driving infrastructure development in different areas of the economy, including improvements in transportation, energy, and utilities. In terms of foreign exchange earnings, involvement of the shipyard in international trade significantly contributes to foreign exchange earnings for the country through shipbuilding, repair, and maintenance services for both domestic and international clients. Based on the findings, the research concluded that shipyard facilities in Kenya have a positive impact on employment creation, providing job opportunities for both skilled and unskilled labor in the shipbuilding and maintenance sectors. The research recommended that the Kenyan government and private investors should consider further investments in shipyard facilities to capitalize on the potential economic benefits.enThesis