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Dear Colleagues and Friends, The Kenya Mission in Geneva is pleased to share our second Newsletter issue of 2023: Promoting Social Justice for All....- 07/01/2024in General
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE VISA FREE REGIME IN KENYA
Following the presidential directive that Kenya will be a visa free country from January 2024, a digital platform http://www.etakenya.go.ke has been developed to ensure that all travelers to Kenya are identified in advance through an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. All travelers coming to Kenya shall henceforth be required to have an ... OUR NEWSLETTER: MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY AT A GLANCE (Issue #1 – 2023)
Dear Colleagues and Friends, The Kenya Mission in Geneva is pleased to share our first Newsletter issue of 2023: Multilateral Diplomacy at a Glance. Please always visit our website for Our future Newsletter Issues....2022 JAMHURI DAY SPEECH BY PR, AMB (DR.) CLEOPA MAILU, EGH
The Kenya Mission to United Nations and other International Organizations in Geneva celebrated Jamhuri Day on 12.12.2022. The highlight of the celebration was the speech by the Permanent Representative to invited Kenyans and diginitaries....- 28/01/2022in General, Travel requirements
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This notice is issued with effect from 9th May 2023. The following measures shall apply to travelers departing and arriving into the country.... - 26/01/2022in General
TAX AND CUSTOMS MATTERS FOR KENYANS IN THE DIASPORA
Information to all Kenyans. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has developed content sets on tax and customs matters to support both the diaspora and returning residents to improve tax compliance and has issued a document with information on the two main topics below. Please refer to KRA Tax and Customs Information for Kenyans in the...
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Insightful session held in @OurKwaleCounty by @Diaspora_KE on the vast opportunities available in diaspora studies and employment for the young people.#DearGenZs #partnerships
We are grateful for the partnership of the United States in the forging of a more inclusive and prosperous Kenya. We assure that citizens' freedom of assembly and expression when exercised responsibly within the remit of our Constitution will enjoy every protection.
Amb. Pedro Leon Cortez Ruiz, @plcortesr, Ambassador of the Republic of Colombia to Kenya has today paid a courtesy call on Amb. Josphat K. Maikara, EBS, @kakaunda, the Deputy Director General for Americas and the Caribbean Directorate @ForeignOfficeKE.
The meeting discussed
Amb. Eliphas Barine has officially taken over the Political and Diplomatic Affairs (PDA) @ForeignOfficeKE as the Director General.
In a brief hand-over ceremony, Amb. Lucy Kiruthu MBS, @LucyKiruthu , who has held the position in an acting capacity, welcomed Amb. Barine and
Mr. Abdishakur Sheikh Hussein @ASHAKURHUSSEIN, Ag. Deputy Director-General-Foreign Service and Head of the Middle East Directorate at @ForeignOfficeKE, has Friday morning hosted Hon. Ambassador Amina Abdalla @MheAmina, Kenya's immediate former Ambassador to #Muscat #Oman
The thrust of the Kenya Diaspora Policy 2024 is to protect, engage, empower and prosper the Kenyan diaspora.
Opened the validation workshop yesterday, and looking forward to tying up work on this document.
@Diaspora_KE @IOMKenya @Amb_Oloo @HadhiamboHellen
More access for Kenyaβs tea, veggies, flowers as $1.8 Trillion Tripartite Free Trade Agreement enters force:
Kenya's diplomacy efforts have contributed to operationalizing the TFTA on July 25th, 2024 uniting EAC, COMESA and SADC.
It paves the way for expanded market
Conferred with Lorenza Gambacorta, Deputy Head of Mission of Italy today. We discussed various initiatives which Italy is supporting in the country under the framework of the Mattei Plan and took the opportunity to commend Italy's presidency of the G7. @ForeignOfficeKE
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Diaspora Affairs PS @roselinenjogu has said that @Diaspora_KE is intentional and will continue to champion the protection of
Liaison and Partnerships Division Director, Mr Edwin Limo, hosted the Automobile Association of Kenya(AA) team led by Mr. Nickson Cheboror-Operations Manager at AA where they discussed a wide range of issues including the International Driving Permits (IDP) application process.
Amb. George M. Orina, Ambassador/Permanent Representative received Amb. Petronila following her appointment as the Deputy Ambassador in the Embassy of the Republic of Kenya to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and Permanent Mission to the African Union and the United /1
I had the pleasure of joining my colleague Dr. @Eng_F_Ngeno, PS @enviclimatec_ke and Dr. @MalleFofana, the Head and Regional Director for Africa @gggi_hq to Launch the Technical Report of Kenya's Green Growth Index. Briefed the meeting on the impact of the Nairobi Climate
The Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs H.E. DR. Musalia Mudavadi, hosted a delegation from China led by H.E. Shan Xiangqian, the Vice Governor of Anhui Provincial People's Government.
The meeting focused on exploring areas of mutual
Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises are a catalyst for economic growth and social development. Today HC @IParashina held a meeting with Ms. Weyinmi Eribo, DG, Women Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines & Agriculture, Nigeria @WCCIMA_NG.
Mr. Abdishakur Sheikh Hussein @ASHAKURHUSSEIN, Ag. Deputy Director-General-Foreign Service and Head of the Middle East Directorate @ForeignOfficeKE, has today held talks with the Ambassador of the UAE in Nairobi H.E Dr. Salim Al- Naqbi @uaeembassynai.
The diplomats exchanged
Diaspora Affairs PS, @roselinenjogu on Wednesday met with Mr. Lee Madden, CEO of GR8 Employment Solutions & Training Limited, a recruitment agency based in Jersey Island, United Kingdom. This meeting followed a prior virtual discussion between the State Department for Diaspora
Follow the State Department for Diaspora Affairs channel on WhatsApp. Spread the Word!!! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va5lipD5K3zOB7sj8t3s
It was a pleasure to host His Excellency Miroslaw Gojdz, the Ambassador of Poland to Kenya.
Our deliberations focused on fundamental issues of mutual interest between Kenya and the Republic of Poland, with a particular focus on trade and investment, peace and security, and the
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Liaison and Partnership Division Director, Mr. Edwin Limo, on Wednesday met with a delegation from Stima Sacco led by Mrs. Terry Mweleme-Director Diaspora.
The meeting sought to
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Diaspora Affairs PS @roselinenjogu today met with Mr. Allan @Kilavuka -CEO, @KenyaAirways to discuss innovative avenues for collaboration and
Amb. Catherine Kirumba Karemu, the Kenya High Commissioner-Designate to the United Kingdom(UK), paid a courtesy call on PS Diaspora Affairs, Ms.
@roselinenjogu. They engaged in fruitful discussions on empowering the Kenyan diaspora community, champion the protection of rights and
Amb. Eliphas Barine, Director-General, Political and Diplomatic Affairs @ForeignOfficeKE, has today afternoon received H.E. Fidelia Graand-Galon, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Suriname to Kenya with residence in Accra. Amb. Barine extended a warm
1/2. Today, Ms. Jayne Toroitich, the ChargΓ© d'Affaires a.i, met with Mr. Alfred K'Ombudo, the PS for the State Department for Trade, and Mr. Jas Bedi, the Chairman for Kenya Export Promotion and Branding, who paid a courtesy call at the Embassy.
We're excited to announce the opening of the newest Pearson Professional Center in Nairobi, Kenya! This strategically located test center provides candidates throughout the region and beyond access to pursue valuable certifications and licenses.
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Pleased to engage H.E. Arnaud Suquet, Ambassador @FranceinKenya. France is one of our leading development partners as evidenced by among other recent investments; the 42MW Seven Forks Solar project and the 35million Euro Science and Engineering Park project at the University of
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Diaspora Affairs PS @roselinenjogu today officiated the opening of the Pearson Professional test center(PPC) in Westlands
@USAmbKenya and Marc Dillard, Deputy Head of Mission and I met today to review progress made in implementing commitments from President Ruto's State Visit to the United States two months ago. Reaffirmed Kenya's commitment to protecting the country's robust civic space critical to
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Diaspora Affairs PS @roselinenjogu today hosted a team from the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) led by the Chief Executive Officer, Ms. @JuneChepkemei where they
This morning, I had the pleasure of hosting H.E. Amb. Mansour Ali Saeed, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Yemen responsible for Political Affairs, for consultations on a range of strategic issues that underlie the Kenya-Yemen relations.
The discussions
H.E. Zhou Pingjian, Ambassador of China to Kenya called on me this morning. We reflected on the outcomes of my recent visit to China, and discussed multiple areas of Kenya-China strategic partnership including the upcoming Forum for China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) 2024.
An act of repression? Foreign Affairs PS Singoei Korir answers questions on letter to Ford Foundation on 'suspect' financing of CSOs on #CitizenSundayLive with @OBurrows and @KoinangeJeff
For our Diaspora in France especially Paris, Kindly fill in the survey for those in need of Mobile Consular Services.
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Labour and Skills Development PS, Mr. Shadrack @Mwadime accompanied by Ms @IKarari, Director-Skill & Expertise Division at State Department for Diaspora Affairs | Kenya, had a
Warmly received the Ambassador of Israel to Kenya H.E. Michael Lotem at the Railways Headquarters Office.
Our discussions majorly revolved around health, agro economics, security and technological matters of bilateral importance. We also addressed the implementation of the
H.E. Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, E.G.H., Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs today bade farewell to His Excellency Nyakeru Kalunga John, the outgoing Ambassador of the Democratic Republic of Congo to Kenya.
Dr. Mudavadi commended Amb.
Joined H.E. W. Nasreldin Attiya, Ambassador of Egypt, members of the diplomatic corps and other guests to mark Egypt's independence day. We celebrate our longstanding bonds of friendship over the last sixty years and our substantive cooperation in defence, trade, investments and
The Deputy Director- General of the Foreign Service Academy Amb. Kennedy Mokaya was privileged to participate in the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Election Observation Mission as Leader / Head of Mission during the just concluded Rwandan Presidential and Parliamentary
Yesterday, HC @IParashina received H.E. Dr. Agbu Kefas @GovAgbuKefas, the Executive Governor of Taraba State, who paid him a courtesy visit. Discussions focused on collaboration & partnership in areas of mutual interests including agriculture & tourism. π°πͺπ³π¬
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Amb. James Waweru hosted Mr. Thomas Asare ASG, WMO. Discussions centred around π°πͺH. E the Presidentβs role as Regional Champion for the #EW4ALL initiative and scaling up support for Kenya Met Department in order to enhance its role as host of the WMO Regional Centre.
Amb. Ekitela Moru, Kenyaβs High Commissioner to Malaysia, today paid a courtesy call on Diaspora Affairs PS @roselinenjogu where they discussed ways to champion the protection of rights and welfare of the Kenyan Diaspora in Malaysia. They also deliberated how to cement the
Ambassador Joseph Masila, Director Economic Affairs and Commercial Diplomacy @ForeignOfficeKE, has hosted a delegation of prospective investors from Ghana.
The visit is seen as an offshoot of President Hon. William Rutoβs recent state visit to Ghana, where he briefed investors
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The Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, H.E. Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, @MusaliaMudavadi, warmly welcomed the Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Serbia to the Republic of Kenya, @SRBinKenya, Danijela Δubrilo
Amb. Josphat K. Maikara, EBS, @kakaunda has formally taken over as the Deputy-Director General at the Americas and the Caribbean Directorate @ForeignOfficeKE. He takes over from Ambassador Beatrice Karago @BaloziKarago, who moves to the Kenya Permanent Mission to Habitat as the
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@Diaspora_KE PS @roselinenjogu today attended day one of the Hearth Summit in Nairobi. The two-day summit hosted by Wellbeing Project and Axum brought together different
HANDOVER CEREMONY FOR EAST AFRICAN AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
Amb. Josphat Maikara EBS, @kakaunda,Β has formally handed over to Mr James Kiiru, the new Director at the East African Affairs (EAA) and International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) Directorate @ForeignOfficeKE.
Ambassador Jackline Yonga is the new Deputy Director General for Parliamentary and County Liaison Affairs. Amb. Yonga was until recently the officer in charge of Multilateral Affairs Directorate @ForeignOfficeKE .
Amb. Yongaβs tenure entailed advancing Kenyaβs diplomatic
Amb. Betty Cherwon visited Team Kenya in Miramas where they are training before the Olympic games kick off. She assured them of the government's full support as they prepare to raise the Kenyan flag high. @ForeignOfficeKE @betty_cherwon
Honoured to appear before the Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations Committee of the National Assembly today to submit our views as @ForeignOfficeKE on implementation of the president's directive to rationalize budgets to meet the fiscal challenges of the present.
Amb. Luis Alejandro Levit, Ambassador of the Argentine Republic to Kenya, @ArgentinaMFA, today paid a courtesy call on Amb. Lucy Kiruthu, @LucyKiruthu, Ag. Director General Political and Diplomatic Affairs @ForeignOfficeKE.
The discussions focused on the existing cordial
Kenya and Switzerland have the unique status of being host countries for United Nations agencies. Our two nations have strong ties which will be further boosted when discussions on sorting out double taxation are completed.
Consequently, our business people will trade more. We
UPU is proud to be part of Operation African Star that sees #Kenyaπ°πͺ& #UgandaπΊπ¬join forces to combat #illicit medical productsπ
By targeting violative shipments in postal & air #cargo channels, the project helps build a safer, healthier world for allπ
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β Did you miss our Governing the Unknown: When Complexity Meets Silos panel with Amb. James Waweru, (@JamesNWaweru316) @KenyaMissionUNG, CΓ©dric Dupont @GVAGrad, Gudela Grote @ETH_en and @Kitrhona.
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#FOW24 #FutureOfWork #AI #Migration
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Diaspora Affairs PS @roselinenjogu earlier today, accompanied Prime Cabinet Secretary and CS, Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, H.E @musaliamudavadi during the Parliament⦠https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1811012909700469164
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Diaspora Affairs PS @roselinenjogu , today, held a meeting with a team, led by Amb. Lucy Kiruthu, Ag. Director-General: Political & Diplomatic Affairs, from the sister State⦠https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1810353429459476952
Amb. James WAWERU, DPR held a meeting with H.E. Mr. Tormod Cappelen ENDERSEN Amb. and PR of Norway in Geneva to advance multilateral efforts on the education agenda and the Safe Schools Declaration. Education transforms, Education empowers and Education must be safeguarded.
#LughaYetu #FahariYetu
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Today, Amb. Isaiya Kabira, Secretary of Investments & Entrepreneurship and Ms Irene Karari, Ag. Director-Skills and Expertise Division graced the departure⦠https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1809655384711323676
Kenyans in the Diaspora, set the reminder for today's X Space engagement with H.E President @WilliamsRuto
I applaud the Sri Sathya Sai International Organization for their continued support to humanity through education, healthcare initiatives, community services, and numerous other impactful endeavors. Your work has profoundly touched the lives and hearts of millions globally.
Sssio International Conference 2024, Nairobi
The CDA @kevinthuo, together with DA @LyahF, participated in a Diplomatic Roundtable forum organized by @SAEmbDRC on the security situation in eastern DRC. The ensuing deliberations provided a valuable platform for a better appreciation of the drivers of conflicts in the region.
Today, High Commissioner Ekitela Moru paid a courtesy call on H.E. Vanu Gopala Menon, Singapore's High Commissioner, who is also the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in Malaysia.
Their discussions centered on areas of mutual interest at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
On the 25th of June ,Deputy Head of Mission, Amb. Kasera Achayo received a courtesy call from Amref Health Africa Head of Communications. Mr. Bertrand Guillemot, at the Embassy. @ForeignOfficeKE
While attending the Eurosatory 2024 Defence and Security Exhibition in Paris from 17-21 June 2024, The Kenya Army Commander, Lt. Gen. Tarus, paid a courtesy call on Amb. Cherwon at the Embassy @betty_cherwon @ForeignOfficeKE
Mr. Maurice O. A. Okoth, Director Asia and the Pacific Directorate @ForeignOfficeKE, has today held discussions with his counterpart from Japan, @JapaninKenya, Mr. Tomohiro Mikanagi, Legal Advisor/Director General International Legal Affairs Bureau from the Ministry of Foreign
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Today, @Diaspora_KE, Amb. Isaiya Kabira hosted a delegation from the National Social Security Fund- @NSSF to deliberate on diaspora centric
1/2. Today, 25th June 2024, the High Commissioner, Ekitela Moru attended the opening ceremony of the World Scholar's Cup (WSC) 2024 at the Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. More than 500 scholars from different schools across Kenya are participating in the WSC.
Retreat on the Institutional Reforms of the African Union, Naivasha, Nakuru County.
The Director of Asia and the Pacific Directorate, @ForeignOfficeKE, Mr. Maurice Okoth, today morning, hosted the Deputy Head of Mission, Indian High Commission, @IndiainKenya, and DPR to UNEP & UN-Habitat, Mr. Rohit Vadhwanaand, together with a delegation from the Observer
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HOPS Labour Solutions led by Mr. Anton Tonchev paid a courtesy call on Amb. Isaiya Kabira, Secretary of Investments & Entrepreneurship to follow up on HOPs
π’ IOM Kenya conducted a training on diaspora mapping for @Diaspora_KE equipping them with skills for precise diaspora mapping, driving regular pathways and fostering dialogue for economic growth for Kenya. π°πͺπΌ. Thanks to the partnership with @FCDOGovUK #DiasporaEngagement
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On the occasion of International Day of Women in Diplomacy, we celebrate the achievements of women around the world, the trailblazers, the women who break the glass ceiling, and strive for excellence, and set the pace for others for the betterment of society.@MOFAKuwait
Delighted to celebrate one of our officers, Ms. Modester Achieng Odhiambo, 3rd Secretary, Middle East Directorate at @ForeignOfficeKE, who emerged the best participant in the just concluded International Negotiations Course conducted by the Institute of Diplomacy and Foreign
1/2 Acting Chief of Protocol Ethan Rosenzweig hosted a farewell coffee reception for the outgoing Ambassador of Kenya to the US at the Blair House. Ambassador Amayo has been appointed by President Ruto as the Special Envoy of the African Union Champion for Institutional Reforms.
1/3. Today, 22nd June 2024, the High Commissioner, Ekitela Moru led the High Commission Staff to participate in a tree planting exercise at Raja Musa Forest Reserve on the World Rain Forest Day Celebration organized by Selangor State Forest Department in partnership
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Today, Dr. Kenneth Karanja, Technology Licensing Officer at the University of Minnesota paid a courtesy visit at @Diaspora_KE where he met with Ms. Irene @ikarari, Acting
Hosted several of my colleague PSs for an inter-ministerial meeting to discuss the Kenya-China strategic partnership and forthcoming 9th Forum for China Africa Cooperation(FOCAC) summit scheduled to take place in Beijing in September 2024. @ForeignOfficeKE
Delighted to exchange views with
Ambassador Caitriona Ingoldsby @IrlEmbKenya. While welcoming her excellency to Nairobi, I pledged to work with her to strengthen our vibrant partnership that is grounded on shared values. @ForeignOfficeKE
If it is Friday, you know the style and the vibe at @Diaspora_KE . #KeepingItKenyan #Kitenge #BuyKenyaBuildKenya
Economic diplomacy can unleash Kenyaβs potential
The Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs @MusaliaMudavadi, has outlined how Kenya will leverage on economic diplomacy to realize its full potential. He emphasized
Economic diplomacy can unleash Kenyaβs potential
Gains from economic diplomacy can be realised immediately or in the near to longer term.
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Kenyans abroad, this one is for you, if youβre looking to work on important issues back home! π°πͺ
After a successful visit to South Africa, where I represented our President, H. E Dr. William Samoei Ruto at the Inauguration of President Cyril Ramaphosa yesterday, I took time to listen to the leadership of the Kenyan Diaspora Association in South Africa before heading back.
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On #DiasporaTime, Amb. Isaiya Kabira , Secretary-Investments and Entrepreneurship, and Ms. Irene @ikarari, Ag. Director-Skills and Expertise Division, met with
H.E. Amb. Nairimas Ole Sein held a meeting with Mr. Antonio Bonet, the Chairperson of the Spanish Exporters and Investors Club and Mr. Jesus Jimenez, the Africa Working Group coordinator of the Club.
πA huge thank you to our incredible speakers for setting the stage for upcoming panels and discussions. Kenyaβs Ambassador to the UN Geneva shared valuable insights from Kenyan culture, like "harambee" (Kiswahili for pulling together to navigate challenges) #FOW24
D-3! #FOW24 will kick-off with special guest, H.E. Mr. Amb. @JamesNWaweru316 at the @KenyaMissionUNG for our first panel on policy building to steer geopolitical, demographic & tech. impacts on the #futueofwork
Join us π²https://bit.ly/3wHGyld
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π Launching the Future of Work Summit ! #HappeningNow
π― Can collaboration create stronger policies for geopolitical, demographic, and tech impacts on work? Be part of the conversation: https://www.youtube.com/live/qTVytTFCyu4?si=h-5LIRQjhhkP70TA
@JamesNWaweru316 @KenyaMissionUNG @GVAGrad @ETH_en
Held a meeting with Ms. Amy Pope, Director General of the International Organization for Migration @IOM at the sidelines of the ILC in Geneva, Switzerland. The focus of the Government is to boost Labour migration to ensure job opportunities are created for our Kenyan youth ;Our
Todayβs prayer for you is in the words of our National Anthem- that it may remain true;
Oh God of all creation , bless this our land and Nation - Have a blessed and beautiful Sunday fellow Kenyans
Kenya welcomes the Director General's report ββTowards a renewed Social Contractββ.
As head of the Kenyan Delegation to the International Labour Conference in Geneva , Switzerland I delivered remarks at the plenary session and the countryβs statement and reactions to the DG
In Pictures; Delighted to host the Kenyan Delegation at the Kenyan Mission in Geneva, Switzerland. As head of delegation, it was an opportune time to share insights from the International Labour Conference even as the conference closes its curtains tomorrow.
π’@IFAD team led by @DevasconcelosP shared insights on #remittances and #diaspora #investment during a workshop for @Diaspora_KE led by Amb. Isaiya Kabira & Mr. Boniface @Munzala, organized by @IFADEastAfrica focusing on development & #FinancialInclusion in #Kenya πΉπ°πͺ π€
This afternoon, the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, H.E. Dr. @MusaliaMudavadi graciously hosted the Non-Resident High Commissioner of Singapore to Kenya, Amb. Yatiman bin Yusof, at the Railways Offices.
Kenya is a firm believer in the shared global values of multi-lateralism as enshrined in the United Nations Charter. We will safeguard shared principles of humanity that enable us to advance peace, security and stability.
Held talks with the Haiti Transitional Presidential
Earlier today, @kevinthuo, ChargΓ© d'Affaires @KenyainDRC, held fruitful deliberations with Col. Crispin MBAKI, the Military Assistant to the Governor of #Ituri. The meeting was significant in addressing & proffering solutions to challenges faced by π°πͺ truck drivers in #Ituri.
We share a deep commitment to global peace and security, a greener more sustainable and equitable world with Denmark. Met Danish Ambassador in Nairobi, H.E. Stephan Schonemann today and congratulated Denmark for its election as non-permanent member of UNSC and committed to
President @WilliamsRuto has congratulated President @CyrilRamaphosa for securing a second term and assuming office as the President of the Republic of South Africa.
President Ruto said President Ramaphosa's victory is a testament to the trust and confidence placed in his vision
19th June 2024: The inaugural @KenyaAirways direct flight between Nairobi and Maputo took place today. Kenya airways graced the skies of Mozambique and touched down in Maputo once again after a haitus of 7 years.
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Amb. Isaiya Kabira, Secretary of Investments and Entrepreneurship and Mr. Boniface @Munzala , Director-Savings, Investment &
Pleased to meet with H.E. A. Khosravinezhad, Assistant Minister for Africa of the Islamic Republic of Iran, at my office today. Renewed our commitment to expanding the existing historical and trade relations between our two Nations through the Joint Commission on Cooperation
Joined my colleague, @mohamed_daghar Principal Secretary State Department for Transport, during the re-launch of the Nairobi-Maputo direct flights by @KenyaAirways This brings KQ's global outreach to 45 routes, a step aimed at accelerating travel, bolstering trade, tourism and
MT. KENYA EAST JOB FAIR:
Honored to join Hon. @JMakamba, Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of the United Republic of Tanzania as we hand over the site for Tanzania's Chancery & Investment building in Nairobi.
π£Attention: Ethiopian, Kenyan, and Ugandan diaspora members. We are looking for you!
Join us & contribute to your country's socio-economic development through skills & knowledge transfer.
Learn more: https://eastandhornofafrica.iom.int/returned-qualified-nationals-rqn/diaspora-engagement-ehoa
Discover jobs, visa info, and living in Germany!
@roselinenjogu @Diaspora_KE @GermanyinKenya @LabourSPKE
#MakeItInGermany #KenyaGermanRelations
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Amb. @Amb_annWanjohi , Director-Liaison and Partnerships, met with a
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Ambassador Lemarron Kaanto held a meeting with the Kenyan Diaspora in SΓ£o Paulo on 15th June, 2024.
He commended their solidarity and reiterated the Government's commitment to safeguarding the welfare of the Diaspora and facilitating their contribution to national development.
PS @roselinenjogu visited her alma mater, Bishop Lawi Imathiu Boarding & Junior Secondary School where she was the Chief Guest for a fundraiser to purchase a bus.
The PS, who shared her journey with the young learners, emphasized the significance of education, leadership, and
Here is what PS @Muoria_Dr and I said at the Mt Kenya East Diaspora Jobs Fair in Embu last week.
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President @WilliamsRuto last evening held a bilateral meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine on the margins of the peace summit in BΓΌrgenstock, Switzerland.
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President @WilliamsRuto has joined world leaders in condemning Russia for invading Ukraine.
The President termed Russia's aggression
The central submission of president Ruto at the Summit on Peace in Ukraine is that Russia's military aggression of Ukraine is a flagrant violation of the UN Charter; that the impact of this conflict reverberates among others in, disruption of commodity supply chains,
Summit on Peace in Ukraine, BΓΌrgenstock, Switzerland.
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Today, Ambassador Isaiya Kabira, Secretary-Investments and Entrepreneurship visited GIZ WIDU projects in Embu County to witness first-hand the impact ofβ¦
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President @WilliamsRuto has arrived in BΓΌrgenstock, Switzerland, for a high-level meeting to forge peace in Ukraine.
More than 100 Heads of State and
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The G7 summit has responded positively to President @WilliamsRuto's call for increased support for Africa's development.
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Iβm calling upon world leaders to mobilise to take ambitious collective action to confront global problems.
Africa is determined to play its part in full, and that is why the AU is set for a major strategic overhaul for it to become a critical agency, recognised and engaged byβ¦
I had productive engagement with French President @EmmanuelMacron on various areas of cooperation between our two countries. We discussed several infrastructure projects including railway development and energy.
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Kenya joins Pope Francis in calling for urgent end to violence in all parts of the world including Sudan and DRC.
We are encouraged that the Tumaini Initiative that is co-sponsored by the Santβ Egidio Catholic Community in Rome Italy and the government of Kenya is yieldingβ¦
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MT. KENYA EAST JOB FAIR: #KaziMajuu
Thank you Embu County for hosting the Mt Kenya East Diaspora Job Fair. Approx 9K young people looking for opportunities were served today by government agencies and recruiters. These mashinani engagements are a part of our Global Labor Market Strategy.
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Earlier today, Ambassador Dennis Mburu, the Director of the Africa Affairs Directorate @ForeignOfficeKE, paid a visit to the Malawi High Commission in Nairobi @MalawiinKenya. He signed the condolence book in honor of the late Vice President of Malawi, H.E. Saulos Chilima, who
On behalf of the Principal Secretary @SingoeiAKorir, the Ag. Director-General of the Foreign Service Academy, Amb. Paul K. Ndung'u, today officiated the closing of the training on mediation and negotiation towards the establishment of a Stabilization and Mediation Unit within the
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Diaspora Affairs PS @roselinenjogu has said that Governmentβs commitment to
President @WilliamsRuto arrives at Borgo Egnazia Resort in Apulia City, Italy for the 2024 G7 Summit.
President @WilliamsRuto to address G7 Summit, Apulia, Italy.
Hosted by the British High Commissioner to Kenya H.E. Neil Wigan, I had the honour of representing H.E. President @WilliamsRuto at the British High Commission in Nairobi for King Charles III's birthday celebration.
I delivered the President's address, emphasizing our historical
@Diaspora_KE @TVET_MoE The Fund, through its Youth Employment Scheme Abroad (YESA) program also provides Pre-departure Training to the youth before they leave to take up the employment opportunities abroad #KaziMajuu @Diaspora_KE @TVET_MoE @SDY_Ke @moriasiarabu @IsmailMaalim19
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Kenya is grateful to the government of Algeria for its support for the agricultural sector especially through the provision of fertilizer.
We are also thankful to Algeria for her financial support for the Kenya - led UN security mission for Haiti.
I have held discussion with
The final day at the Mt Kenya East Job Fair in Embu has begun in high spirits! This morning, we were honored to engage the team from Kenya National Chamber of Commerce team led by Raphael Waweru, Director of PWDs Mainstreaming and Corporate Advocacy, and Alice Mungai, Director of
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This morning, Diaspora Affairs PS @roselinenjogu paid a courtesy call on H.E @CecilyMbarire E.G.H, Governor-Embu County, ahead
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PRESIDENT RUTO ARRIVES IN ITALY FOR THE G7 SUMMIT
President @WilliamsRuto, one of the five African leaders invited to the G7 Summit in Italy, has arrived in Brindisi, Puglia, southern Italy.
He is expected to address the summit later Friday.
The G7, comprising Canada, France,
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for @ForeignOfficeKE H.E. Dr. @MusaliaMudavadi has arrived in Brindisi, Italy, ahead of The 50th G7 Summit in Borgo-Egnazia, Apulia. Upon his arrival, he was received by the Kenyan ambassador to Italy, Fred Matwang'a.
The summit in