Medal of the Union of Kenya

The Medal of the Union of Kenya was a distinction of the Union of Kenya awarded to both military and military recipients for service to the Union of Kenya.
== Institution ==
The award was instituted in 1972 by Prime Minister Issa Akenzua for military personnel. The first awards were made in 1973 to military personnel for service during the Ten-Day War. In 1975 it was awarded to civilian personnel as well.
== Classes ==
There were seven classes of the order:
* Grand General (GGUK)
* Grand Commander (GCUK)
* Grand Honour Guard (GHGUK)
* Honour Guard (HGUK)
* Commander (CUK)
* Officer (OUK)
* Member (MUK)
The incumbent Prime Minister of Kenya served as Grand Master of the Union of Kenya. The recipients were entitled to the post-nominals above.
Category:Coryia Medal
Category:Orders, decorations, and medals of the Union of Kenya