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Kenya's diplomacy in motion: what the President is doing, summits and conferences, state visits, bilateral and trade engagements, statements and travel advisories from the Ministry and our missions worldwide.

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Statement · Nairobi, Kenya

Kenya 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.

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Statement

Kenya 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, Kenya
StatementMinistry notice

Ministry opens recruitment for one hundred Foreign Service Cadets

The Ministry announced the recruitment of one hundred Foreign Service Cadet and Third Secretary positions to strengthen Kenya’s diplomatic service.

· Nairobi, Kenya
StatementMission notice

Kenya High Commission London announces a weekend passport clinic

The High Commission will run an extended passport and national ID clinic for Kenyans across the UK and Ireland, with bookings opening online.

· London, United Kingdom
Press releaseTrade & investment

Consulate-General Dubai convenes a Kenya-Gulf trade roundtable

Kenyan exporters and Gulf investors met at the Consulate-General to advance trade, logistics and investment links between Kenya and the UAE.

· Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Press releaseDiaspora

Diaspora remittances reach a record high, powering households and investment

The Ministry welcomed new figures showing diaspora remittances at a record level, and urged Kenyans abroad to register with their nearest mission.

· Nairobi, Kenya
Press releaseTrade & investment

New partnership opens skilled-work pathways for young Kenyans

The Government signed a memorandum on talent and skills mobility, opening structured, legal pathways for skilled young Kenyans to work abroad.

· Nairobi, Kenya
Press releaseDiaspora

Ministry champions the welfare and rights of Kenyans in the Gulf

A diaspora engagement mission to the Gulf pressed for stronger labour protections and welfare support for Kenyans living and working in the region.

· Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Press releaseBilateral

Groundbreaking for a new partner chancery in Nairobi

A senior Ministry official joined the groundbreaking for a partner country’s purpose-built chancery in Nairobi, a mark of Kenya’s standing as a regional diplomatic hub.

· Nairobi, Kenya
ReadoutBilateral

Kenya and Italy agree a framework on migration and mobility

Kenya and Italy issued a joint communiqué on migration and mobility, setting out cooperation on legal pathways, skills and action against irregular migration.

· Rome, Italy
ReadoutTrade & investment

Kenya and Tanzania move to remove remaining trade barriers

The two countries committed to eliminate outstanding non-tariff barriers and harmonise standards, so goods cleared in one face fewer checks at the border.

· Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Press releasePresidential diplomacy

President leads Kenya’s delegation to the African Union Summit

The President of the Republic of Kenya is in Addis Ababa to lead the national delegation, championing continental integration, peace and the African free-trade agenda.

· Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
SpeechPresidential diplomacy

President addresses the UN General Assembly on global financial reform

Before the General Assembly, the President of the Republic of Kenya pressed the case for a fairer global financial system that serves developing economies.

· New York, United States
ReadoutState visit

State Visit strengthens the Kenya-UK partnership

A State Visit deepened the long-standing partnership between Kenya and the United Kingdom across trade, investment, security and mobility.

· London, United Kingdom
Press releaseSummits & conferences

Kenya to host the next Africa Climate Summit

Kenya will convene the next Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, building on its leadership in environmental diplomacy and green growth.

· Nairobi, Kenya
SpeechSummits & conferences

President represents Africa’s priorities at the G7 Summit

Invited as a representative of African interests, the President pressed the case for trade, climate finance, debt reform and a fairer global order.

· France
ReadoutBilateral & trade

Cabinet Secretary co-chairs the Kenya-Gulf Joint Commission in Dubai

The Cabinet Secretary for Foreign & Diaspora Affairs co-chaired a session of the Joint Commission advancing trade, investment and labour mobility.

· Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Press releaseBilateral & trade

Kenya and a partner state sign a bilateral air services agreement

A new bilateral air services agreement will expand direct connectivity, supporting trade, tourism and people-to-people ties.

· Nairobi, Kenya
Press releasePresidential diplomacy

European tour advances investment and market access for Kenyan goods

A European tour taking in Belgium, Norway and a State visit to Finland focused on attracting investment, widening market access and creating jobs.

· Brussels, Belgium
Statement

Ministry statement on regional peace and security

The Ministry of Foreign & Diaspora Affairs issued a statement reaffirming Kenya’s commitment to dialogue and stability in the region.

· Nairobi, Kenya
Press releaseSummits & conferences

Kenya-EU Business Forum convenes in Nairobi

Business leaders and officials gathered in Nairobi to translate the Kenya-EU partnership into concrete trade and investment outcomes.

· Nairobi, Kenya
NoticeTravel advisory

Updated travel advisory for Kenyans in a region of heightened risk

The Ministry has updated its travel guidance for Kenyans living in and travelling to an affected region. Register with your nearest mission.

· Worldwide
ReadoutState visit

State visit to South Africa deepens trade and continental cooperation

A three-day State visit strengthened bilateral relations and boosted trade and investment, alongside cooperation on regional and continental issues.

· Pretoria, South Africa
Press releaseBilateral & trade

Diaspora remittances reach a record high

Remittances from Kenyans abroad have reached a record high, underscoring the diaspora’s central role in the national economy.

· Nairobi, Kenya
Statement

Jamhuri Day messages from Kenyan missions worldwide

Kenyan missions across the world prepare to mark Jamhuri Day with the diaspora, celebrating Kenya’s journey and shared future.

· All Kenyan missions
Press releasePresidential diplomacy

New Heads of Mission present credentials

Newly appointed Heads of Mission have presented their credentials, formally taking up their posts to advance Kenya’s interests abroad.

· Nairobi, Kenya
Statement

Statement by the Cabinet Secretary on international cooperation

The Cabinet Secretary for Foreign & Diaspora Affairs set out Kenya’s approach to partnerships rooted in ownership, dignity and shared value.

· Nairobi, Kenya
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