Kenya Embassy Bern

Official account of the Embassy of The Republic of Kenya to Switzerland

[State Department for Foreign Affairs | Kenya @ForeignOfficeKE]

Day 2 of the Africa Forward Summit 2026 kicks off with High-Level Heads of State and Government Session is now underway at KICC Nairobi.

Delivering opening remarks at the Africa Forward Summit 2026:
🎙️ H.E. President Emmanuel Macron — French Republic
🎙️ H.E. President William Ruto — Republic of Kenya
🎙️ H.E. President Emerson Mnangagwa — Republic of Zimbabwe & Chairperson, African Union
🎙️ H.E. António Guterres — Secretary-General, United Nations

Watch live at: https://t.co/009f3lfmaL

#AfricaForward #AfricaForward2026

[State Department for Diaspora Affairs | Kenya @Diaspora_KE]

#AfricaForward #AfricaForwardSummit

📍-Nairobi,Kenya

[Kenya Embassy Bern @KenyaEmbBern]

It's a 1-2-3 finish in Geneva. Congratulations to Collins Kemboi for winning the 2026 Generali Geneva men's marathon with Silas Too coming second and Simion Tarus completing the podium finish. Asanteni sana kwa kupeperusha bendera juu

[Kenya Embassy Bern @KenyaEmbBern]

Congratulations to Patience Chebet Kimutai for winning the 2026 Generali Geneva women's marathon with fellow compatriot Jackline Chepkoech coming third in the race. Asanteni sana kwa kupeperusha bendera juu

[William Samoei Ruto, PhD @WilliamsRuto]

We celebrate you, Sabastian Sawe, for a performance of rare brilliance at the London Marathon. You have not only claimed a historic victory; you have redrawn the limits of human endurance, smashing the world record and breaking the two-hour barrier with extraordinary resolve.

This is more than a win; it is a defining moment. Your triumph places you firmly among the greats of global athletics and reaffirms Kenya as an enduring force at the pinnacle of distance running.

We also commend Hellen Obiri and Joyciline Jepkosgei for their remarkable second and third-place finishes in the women’s race. Your discipline and competitive fire continue to define the standard of Kenyan excellence on the world stage.

You have lifted our flag high, inspired a nation, and reminded the world of the power of determination. We are proud.

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

A record shattered and history made! Congratulations Sebastian Sawe on this outstanding performance. Credit also to our neighbours: Ethiopian and Uganda, for a spirited race. Another demonstration of athletic’s enduring contribution to brand Kenya. Thank you!

[Kenya Embassy Bern @KenyaEmbBern]

The Embassy website

[Kenya Embassy Bern @KenyaEmbBern]

Accounts Clerk/Translator vacancy

Applications are invited for the vacant position of Accounts Clerk/Translator at the Embassy on a two (2) year contract. The closing date is 30th April 2026 at 17.00 hours.

Details of the post can be accessed from https://t.co/mfXNSzElW3

[Kenya Embassy Bern @KenyaEmbBern]

ATTENTION TO KENYANS IN SWITZERLAND

The State Department for Diaspora Affairs has onboarded core services on the eCitizen Platform and onboarded the same with the Diaspora Integrated Information Management System (DIIMS) portal.

[State Department for Foreign Affairs | Kenya @ForeignOfficeKE]

Kenya's Professor Phoebe Okowa Elected as ICJ Judge

[Kenya Embassy Bern @KenyaEmbBern]

The Kenya Embassy Bern joins in congratulating Prof. Phoebe Okowa on her election as a Judge of the International Court of Justice

[Musalia W Mudavadi @MusaliaMudavadi]

A Nation Stands Still 🇰🇪

Today, as we lay to rest the Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, my heart is heavy with the weight of personal loss and the nation’s shared grief. Raila was not just a comrade in the struggle for democracy, justice and a better Kenya, he was my brother, my friend, and my ally in some of the most defining moments of our nation’s history.

[State Department for Foreign Affairs | Kenya @ForeignOfficeKE]

President Ruto Leads the Nation in Paying Last Respects to the Late Former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga

Today, on 16th October 2025, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya, led the nation in viewing the remains of the late former Prime Minister, the Right Honourable Raila Amolo Odinga, as he lay in state at Kasarani Stadium.

The solemn occasion was attended by His Excellency Prof. Abraham KIthure Kindiki, Deputy President of the Republic; Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary Foreign and Diaspora Affairs; His Excellency Uhuru Kenyatta, former President; the Speakers of the National Assembly and the Senate; the Chief of the Defence Forces; members of the Cabinet; and senior government officials.

Also present were leaders of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party, where the late Rt. Hon. Odinga served as Party Leader, alongside representatives from across the political divide, the diplomatic corps, and thousands of Kenyans who came to pay their final respects.
Kenya mourns the Rt.Hon Raila Amolo Odinga.

[State House Kenya @StateHouseKenya]

Public Viewing of Rt Hon Raila Odinga, Kasarani Stadium, Nairobi https://t.co/XxOGw4jnpt

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

The Republic of Kenya stands in mourning, yet also in awe — for we have lost not merely a statesman, but a pillar of Kenya’s democratic soul, and the unyielding sentinel of political integrity.

He championed multiparty democracy when it was dangerous. He negotiated peace in the wake of conflict and elevated constitutional reform — including the
2010 Constitution — as a guarantee that every Kenyan, in every corner, would be seen, heard, and valued.

As Prime Minister, he held the threads of power-sharing with courage. In the 2008 National Accord, he worked to stitch together a nation torn — laying the foundation for reconciliation and collective purpose.

Let this oil - textured portrait of Hon. Odinga, skilfully sketched by a Second Secretary @ForeignOfficeKE,
@YashChannan, be a mirror for our conscience, a call to duty, and a beacon for future generations. Let the colors rippling through his likeness remind us: Kenya’s diversity is its strength, and unity
must always be our dream in motion.
You taught us to dream — now we must build. You gave us your courage — now we must carry it. Rest in eternal power our Father, Baba.

[STRATHMORE ENERGY RESEARCH CENTRE @su_serc]

A fruitful engagement. We are excited about the potential #partnerships in renewable energy research, innovation, and community impact.

A step forward toward a sustainable future. @StrathU @iLabAfrica @solarmtaani

#RenewableEnergy #SustainableFuture #capacitybuilding