Chaired a high-level technical meeting at the Kenya Embassy in Tokyo as we advance preparations for Kenya’s participation in the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on Africa’s Development (TICAD 9).
Our deliberations focused on how Kenya can actively shape the TICAD agenda, ensuring our voice strengthens Africa’s collective priorities while also unlocking opportunities for deeper bilateral cooperation that translate into real benefits for our people.
I was joined by an accomplished multi-sectoral team: Kenya’s Ambassador to Japan, Moi Lemoshira; Roads PS, Eng. Joseph Mbugua; our Ambassador to Addis Ababa, George Orina; Deputy Director General for Asia and the Pacific, Amb. Jane Makori; Health Director General, Dr. Patrick Amoth; KPA MD, Captain William Ruto; and Anne Olubedi (OPCS).
Together, we mapped out strategies to maximize Kenya’s impact at TICAD 9 and to deepen partnerships that will drive growth, innovation, and sustainable development.
Held a productive planning session in London with my Cabinet colleagues and senior government officials in preparation for H.E. President @WilliamsRuto’s visit to the United Kingdom for the signing of the Kenya–UK Strategic Partnership.
The agreement, set to be formalised at 10 Downing Street in the presence of President Ruto and UK Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Sir @Keir_Starmer, aims to drive economic growth, create meaningful employment, strengthen technological cooperation, and advance our shared commitment to climate and public safety.
Joining the discussions were Cabinet Secretaries John Mbadi (National Treasury and Economic Planning), Davis Chirchir (Transport and Roads), Solicitor General Shadrack Mose, and Members of Parliament from the Defence & Foreign Affairs and Transport Committees.
Engaging with members of the Kenyan diaspora is always a deeply fulfilling part of my official travels, and the recent meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, was no exception. Hosted at Fraser Suites, the gathering brought together an inspiring cross-section of Kenyans who are proudly flying our flag through their work and enterprise in Nigeria.
I took a moment to acknowledge the unwavering commitment of our home-based staff at the Kenya High Commission, whose service continues to uplift and support our citizens abroad. I also conveyed my heartfelt gratitude to the broader diaspora community for their invaluable role in strengthening the ties between Kenya and Nigeria, bridging cultures and fostering enduring people-to-people connections.
One of the key takeaways from this engagement was the reaffirmation of the diaspora’s critical place in Kenya’s development story. With annual remittance inflows edging closer to the one trillion shilling mark, our diaspora has proven to be not only a source of economic strength but a symbol of resilience, patriotism, and belief in our nation’s future.
As government, we see the diaspora not as distant observers but as essential partners in building a stronger Kenya. Through investments, innovation, and knowledge exchange, Kenyans abroad continue to shape our national transformation. I encouraged sustained dialogue and deeper collaboration to ensure their efforts are fully reflected in our development agenda.
Kenya shone brightly at the Rabat Wanda Diamond League! Double Olympic champion Beatrice Chebet blazed through the 3,000m in a sensational 8:11.56, the second-fastest time ever.
Nelly Chepchirchir triumphed in the 1,500m, while Africa’s sprint king @Ferdiomanyala thrilled fans with a strong second-place finish behind South Africa’s Akani Simbine.
These stellar performances reaffirm Kenya’s legacy in athletics and highlight the powerful role of sports in advancing our diplomacy.
Glad to have witnessed this proud moment alongside Ambassador Jessica Gakinya in Morocco.
Kenya’s Foreign Policy is evolving to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing global landscape. Sessional Paper No. 1 of 2025 outlines a strategic approach to enhance our diplomatic efforts by optimizing the use of Kenya’s assets abroad, securing better terms for foreign service staff, and adopting a professional recruitment process.
Guided by the Kenya Foreign Policy 2024, this foundational document sets the framework for safeguarding our national interests and strengthening our global presence. It aims to ensure our Foreign Policy is well-funded, strategically executed, and aligned with emerging geopolitical realities.
During discussions with the National Assembly’s Defence, Intelligence, and Foreign Relations Committee, I emphasized that the Sessional Paper serves as a strategic guide, open to Parliamentary review and debate for thoughtful refinement before implementation.
At its core, the Sessional Paper seeks Parliament’s endorsement to secure a holistic approach to financing Foreign Policy, leveraging Kenya’s international assets, and strengthening our diplomatic corps.
Our strategic focus recognizes the global shift towards multipolarity, unilateralism, and heightened national interests, amid challenges like the new scramble for Africa and a resurgence of Cold War dynamics. In this context, Kenya remains firm in advocating for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict, a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine-Russia crisis, and the One-China policy.
This Sessional Paper positions Kenya to navigate the evolving world order with clarity and purpose, asserting our stance on key global issues while actively advancing our national interests.