Welcome to the Kenya Permanent Mission, UN-Habitat
Kenya's representation to the international organisations seated in UN-Habitat.
What we do
Kenya at UN-Habitat
The Kenya Permanent Mission represents the Republic of Kenya before UN-Habitat and the other bodies of the international system seated in UN-Habitat. We carry Kenya's positions into negotiations, defend our national interests and work with partner delegations to shape decisions that reach far beyond any single capital.
The bodies we represent Kenya in
See where we focus →Our priorities
Where we focus at UN-Habitat
- 01Sustainable urbanisationPlanned, inclusive and productive cities and towns.
- 02Affordable housingAdequate housing and secure land tenure for all.
- 03Basic urban servicesWater, sanitation, mobility and public space in growing cities.
- 04Climate-resilient citiesCities that withstand climate and disaster risk.
Mission leadershipMinistry leadership →
Portrait of the Permanent Representative
Our mission represents the Republic of Kenya before the international organisations seated in UN-Habitat, advancing our national priorities in the multilateral arena. We work with partners and delegations to carry Kenya's voice into the decisions that shape our region and the wider world.
H.E. the Permanent RepresentativePermanent Representative
To be announcedDeputy Permanent Representative
Full leadership News
Statements, press releases and updates from the Kenya Permanent Mission in UN-Habitat.
Statement
WatchKenya reaffirms its commitment to end human trafficking
At a fourth international conference on trafficking in persons, Kenya restated its commitment to protect victims, disrupt smuggling networks and deepen cross-border cooperation.
Nairobi, Kenya2026-07-27
Presidential diplomacy · 2026-06-23
State visit · 2026-06-20Reports & treaties
Agreements and instruments relevant to Nairobi, Kenya and Kenya's foreign policy.
Bilateral agreementsigned
Kenya-United Kingdom Strategic Partnership
A renewed five-year framework covering trade, security, climate, mobility and development cooperation between Kenya and the United Kingdom.
Download · PDF · 1.4 MB · 18 pagesBilateral agreementsigned
Kenya-Tanzania Trade Facilitation and Standards Understanding
A commitment to eliminate remaining non-tariff barriers and harmonise product standards, reducing duplicate testing at the shared border.
Download · PDF · 1.1 MB · 15 pagesTrade agreementin force
Kenya-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
A comprehensive economic partnership expanding market access, investment and logistics links between Kenya and the United Arab Emirates.
Download · PDF · 2.1 MB · 32 pagesEvents
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DEC
National celebration
Jamhuri Day reception - UN-Habitat
Kenya Permanent Mission, UN-Habitat
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JUL
Consular outreach
Mobile consular clinic - UN-Habitat
UN-Habitat, Nairobi, Kenya
Register interest →12
DEC
National celebration
Jamhuri Day reception - UNEP
Kenya Permanent Mission, UNEP
Save the date →6
AUG
Consular outreach
Mobile consular clinic - UNEP
UNEP, Nairobi, Kenya
Register interest →Contact the Kenya Permanent Mission
Location
UN Crescent Avenue, Gigiri, P.O. Box 67830-00200, Nairobi
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00 (local time)
Telephone
24/7 emergency line
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