State Department for Foreign Affairs | Kenya

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[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

This evening, I met Ambassador Willy Bett and Deputy Ambassador Lynette Mwende and our staff at @KenyaEmbinChina. Proud of the Mission’s contribution to Kenya’s foreign policy objectives. @ForeignOfficeKE @HonWillyBett @LynettemwendeL

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Great to be back at China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) today to reaffirm the strong and growing partnership between Kenya and China. Our discussions focused on partnership to strengthen bilateral cooperation projects on Kenya's national development priority needs, including infrastructure development, people–to-people contact, ICT and health among others. It is always encouraging to build on the momentum of the strong relationship and shared commitments to deliver practical, impactful and sustainable win-win outcomes. I am grateful to CIDCA Vice chairman H.E. Liu Junfeng for his hospitality and deep engagement. @ForeignOfficeKE @cidcaofficial @ChineseEmbKenya @KenyaEmbinChina

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Glad to visit the Multilateral Cooperation Development Center for Finance (MCDF) in Beijing.

At a time of intensifying global competition for development financing and growing calls to reforming the international financial architecture, we valued insights from MCDF on innovative financing models to support developing countries.

Pleased to meet CEO Mr. Zhongjing Wang and the MCDF Secretariat as we advance Kenya’s development cooperation agenda.

Expressed our sincere appreciation for MCDF’s support of 300million kenya shillings towards project preparation for the Mau Summit-Malaba segment of the Highway, a landmark PPP infrastructure project currently underway in Kenya. I look forward to the establishment of the regional learning centre of MCDF in Nairobi. @ForeignOfficeKE

[State Department for Foreign Affairs | Kenya @ForeignOfficeKE]

The Diplomatic Service Centre to #UNON host a farewell reception in honour of the outgoing Directors in recognition of their distinguished service and leadership.
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[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Delivered a lecture at Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade on “Reforming the International Financial Architecture and the Future of Development Cooperation.” Echoing President William Ruto’s remarks at the Africa Forward Summit, I challenged outdated narratives that continue to define Africa through the lens of need rather than potential. Africa, is not waiting to be rescued, it is a continent rich in ideas, resources and opportunity, ready to partner with countries that recognise its strategic value and invest in its future. @ForeignOfficeKE

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Kenya eyes trade, investment boost as PS Sing'Oei concludes Australia visit. https://t.co/0FukwrtyHN

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

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[NTV Kenya @ntvkenya]

UN Expansion: Why Nairobi?

Zainab Hawa Bangura: Kenya is the country that has the highest number of UN staff in the world.

#FixingTheNationNTV @NationFmKE @EricLatiff
@MariamBishar

[NTV Kenya @ntvkenya]

UN Expansion: Why Nairobi?

Zainab Hawa Bangura: Nairobi is the golden gem for UN operations.

#FixingTheNationNTV @NationFmKE @EricLatiff @MariamBishar

[NTV Kenya @ntvkenya]

UN Expansion: Why Nairobi?

Zainab Hawa Bangura: Nairobi is the only duty station within a 12-hour period that can reach anywhere in the world. We provide services in 166 countries around the world from here. It allows us to go as far as Fiji, as far as Indonesia, the Pacific, and Asia. Kenya was destined to play that role because of its geographical location; you can reach everybody.

#FixingTheNationNTV @NationFmKE @EricLatiff @MariamBishar @blinkypenguin

[Musalia W Mudavadi @MusaliaMudavadi]

Africa’s future is not shaped by chance, it is shaped by leadership, unity and the courage to make bold decisions. At the 49th Ordinary Session of the African Union Executive Council in Addis Ababa, I joined fellow African Foreign Ministers in advancing Agenda 2063, strengthening Africa’s voice in global governance, accelerating the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (@AfCFTA ), promoting sustainable water and sanitation systems, and driving reforms to build a more effective, accountable and people-centred African Union.

The session marked a significant milestone for Kenya with our elevation to Tier One of the African Union financing framework, joining the continent’s leading economies and contributors. This recognition reflects the confidence Africa has placed in Kenya’s leadership and reinforces our position as Africa’s Diplomatic Capital, helping shape continental priorities while championing peace, regional integration and sustainable development.

For Kenyans, this translates into a stronger voice in continental decision-making, greater opportunities for trade, investment and job creation, enhanced regional stability, and increased confidence in Kenya as a preferred destination for business, diplomacy and international partnerships.

Another important aspect of the session was rallying support for Kenya’s candidates, Justice Njoki Ndung’u for election to the International Criminal Court (ICC) and Judge Phoebe Okowa for election to the International Court of Justice (2027–2036). Their election would strengthen Kenya’s and Africa’s representation in global judicial institutions.

As the session concluded, I left encouraged by the unity, consensus and shared determination demonstrated by African nations. Kenya will continue championing African solutions to African challenges while helping shape a continent that is more peaceful, prosperous, resilient and globally competitive for the benefit of present and future generations.

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

At a reception hosted in my honour this evening by Kenya’s ambassador to Australia, H.E Wilson Kogo, and attended by among others, members of Africa’s diplomatic corps and DFAT, I called for stronger solidarity in defence of a rules based global order, and presented to the esteemed diplomats Kenya’s candidatures for Judge at both the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court. @ForeignOfficeKE @KHC_Canberra

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Parliamentary diplomacy is a central element of Kenya’s foreign policy approaches. Grateful for the relationship between our Parliaments and the ways in which our legislators support our shared objectives as Commonwealth countries. Visited the seat of Parliament in Canberra this evening. @HonWetangula @ForeignOfficeKE

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Honoured to engage over lunch with Australia’s Secretary International Security, Legal and Consular Group, Dr. Fiona Webster, Dr Ralph King, First Assistant Secretary of the Middle East and Africa Division at DFAT, Ms. Gemma Huggins, Australia's Ambassador for Counter-Terrorism, and Ms. Jane Duke, Ambassador to Counter Modern Slavery, People Smuggling and Human Trafficking. @ForeignOfficeKE @dfat

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

I am grateful to Australia for her support of Ksh. 365 million to UNHCR towards implementation of Kenya’s innovative refugee programme, the Shirika plan. @AusHCKenya @KHC_Canberra @ForeignOfficeKE @Refugees @ImmigrationDept

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Kenya’s candidate, Justice Njoki Ndungu, makes her case for Judge of the ICC during a session of the Executive Council of the African Union in Addis Ababa.

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Visited the University of Technology Sydney, where I had the pleasure of meeting Kenyan students and engaging the University’s leadership on strengthening higher education collaboration between Kenya and Australia. We agreed to pursue a structured institutional partnership anchored on joint research, innovation and student mobility pathways aligned with Kenya’s national education and skills priorities. @ForeignOfficeKE

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

At a business roundtable in Sydney hosted by Dr. Paul Grimes, CEO of Austrade, Australia’s Trade and Investment Commission, bringing together Australian business leaders from tourism, renewable energy, mining, engineering, agribusiness and trade, I shared Kenya’s development ambitions and investment opportunities.

Particularly encouraging were discussions with Intrepid Travel, whose African journey began in Nairobi; Worley Consulting supporting the Lake Turkana Wind Power Project; the Australia African Chamber of Commerce; and Australia’s mining sector. It was equally impressive to learn that more than 60 tonnes of Kenyan cut flowers reach Australian markets every week—a powerful reflection of the growing depth of our commercial ties. As Kenya and Australia strengthen their partnership, there remains immense scope to expand trade, investment and shared prosperity. @ForeignOfficeKE @AusHCKenya

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Tonight in Sydney, with Kenya High Commissioner, Amb Wilson Kogo, I engaged leaders of Kenyan diaspora in Australia. Conveyed the gratitude of the Kenyan government for their contribution to the country’s development through remittances, investments and as cultural ambassadors of the country in their host nation. I equally briefed them of the steadfast steps government is taking to position the country as a regional logistics, financial, technological and humanitarian hub through deliberate and innovative policy and programmatic interventions at scale. @ForeignOfficeKE