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[Alexander Stubb @alexstubb]

Finland is the Happiest country in the World for the 9th year running. We also climbed up the world brand index from 7th to 5th.

I am often asked why we do well in these rankings.

I do not think there is a magic potion, but it helps to have a society which strives towards freedom, equality and justice.

The basis of it all is a welfare society, a robust education system, a sense of security and a close attachment to nature.

There is no such thing as a perfectly happy society, but providing some building blocks that give us a chance to live a meaningful life, to help others, will nudge us in the right direction during the journey of life.

[Viivi @viivinou]

@itsamaddworld @FinlandinKenya Thank you @itsamaddworld for the excellent cooperation over the years. 🤗

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dedicated his life fighting for equity and justice. He taught us that even in the face of intimidation and discrimination, we must never stop working towards a better future – a lesson that feels especially relevant today.

Change has never been easy. It takes persistence and determination, and requires all of us to speak out and stand up for what we believe in. As we honor Dr. King today, let’s draw strength from his example, and do our part to build on his legacy.

[Finland in Kenya @FinlandinKenya]

Haluatko työskennellä Suomen suurlähetystössä Nairobissa?

Haemme kahta asiakaspalveluhenkistä ja paineensietokykyä omaavaa konsulipalveluvirkailijaa 2.3.2026 alkaen (tai sopimuksen mukaan). Lisätiedot tehtävästä: https://t.co/Yjmtj6gyNd

Hae 23.1. mennessä!

[UN Women Kenya @unwomenkenya]

Last week, @unwomenkenya, @FinlandinKenya & women-led civil society came together in a consultative dialogue on #16DaysofActivism, reflecting on what it will take to move from campaigns to sustained, coordinated action that ends violence in all its forms, for women, girls & men.

[MFA Finland 🇫🇮 @Ulkoministerio]

Finland’s national soundscape Ääniä has received recognition in a prestigious place-branding competition in London. The soundscape is published on music streaming platforms on 5 December 2025, just ahead of Finland’s Independence Day.

Press release⬇️
https://t.co/pJHvmmqLfQ

[Alexander Stubb @alexstubb]

Hyvää itsenäisyyspäivää. Trevlig självständighetsdag.

Elämme maailman parhaassa maassa. Olkaamme siitä ylpeitä.

Vi bor i världens bästa land. Låt oss vara stolta över det.

[Finland in Kenya @FinlandinKenya]

Finland has placed an increasing emphasis on eliminating all forms of gender-based violence. We see how digital tools are increasingly used as means for stalking, hacking, grooming, sexual harassment, video and image-based abuse. This is unacceptable.

#NoExcuse #16days

[MFA Finland 🇫🇮 @Ulkoministerio]

The UN’s international Orange the World campaign to end violence against women begins on 25 November. This year, the focus of the campaign is on eradicating digital violence against women and girls.

Press release⬇️
https://t.co/lJ7SJgo161

[MFA Finland 🇫🇮 @Ulkoministerio]

Finland stands for press freedom and journalist safety. As Co-Chair of the @MediaFreedomC, Finland draws attention to AI and digital driven threats against journalists, in particular women. Technological advancements should not become an instrument for undermining press freedom.

[Finland in Kenya @FinlandinKenya]

Excellent visit by our Under-Secretary of State for Foreign and Security Policy, Ms Outi Holopainen, in Nairobi. Meetings with Kenyan government counterparts, civil society and the UN — reaffirming 🇫🇮🇰🇪 partnership and joint commitment to a rules-based multilateral order. 🌍

[Amnesty Kenya @AmnestyKenya]

@TIKenya and @AmnestyKenya held frank discussions with Finnish Undersecretary for Foreign Affairs and Security @outiHolopainen and @FinlandinKenya HoM Riina-Rikka Heike on the regional outlook and practical approaches for strengthening the rule of law, human rights, integrity and global solidarity across EA. Good follow to our meeting earlier in the year with @alexstubb
#AmnestyDialoguesKE

[Dr Chris Kiptoo, CBS @DrChrisKiptoo]

Finland has committed over KSh 30 billion in grants and development support towards key sectors, including water and sanitation, health, environment, governance, and gender equality. This support has been directed to initiatives such as the programmes under the Water Services Trust Fund and the upgrading of Maternal and Newborn Units, valued at over KSh 3.4 billion.

I received a courtesy call from H.E. Ms. Outi Holopainen, Under Secretary for Foreign and Security Policy of Finland, and H.E. Ms. Riina Heikka, the new Ambassador of Finland to Kenya, at the National Treasury.

I also welcomed Ambassador Heikka as she assumes her new role and assured her of our support in further strengthening the longstanding partnership between Kenya and Finland.

Our discussions focused on consolidating ongoing programmes under the Public Investment Facility (PIF) framework, a concessional credit financing arrangement established in 2018 to enhance project sustainability, and exploring new opportunities for collaboration in health, water, climate resilience, and gender empowerment.

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Welcomed the Finnish Under Secretary for Foreign and Security policy H.E Ms Outi Holopainen accompanied by Ambassador of Finland Rinna-Rikka Heika.

Over the past 6 decades, 🇰🇪 relations with Finland🇫🇮 have grown in scope marked by high level engagements including the latest visit early in the year by H.E @alexstubb, President of Finland. At the meeting today therefore, we reviewed the status of implementation of frameworks governing our bilateral relations including on Peace Mediation, Education, Health, Renewable Energy, and Climate Action. @ForeignOfficeKE
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[Elina Valtonen @elinavaltonen]

Let me congratulate IPI @globalfreemedia for defending press freedom 75 years - truly a milestone to celebrate. As Co-Chair of @MediaFreedomC, Finland advocates for media freedom as part of our foreign & security policy. There is no security without media freedom. #IPIWoCo25

[Finland in Kenya @FinlandinKenya]

We extend our deepest condolences to the family of Raila Odinga and to all Kenyans on the passing of former Prime Minister Rt. Hon Raila Odinga.

[MFA Finland 🇫🇮 @Ulkoministerio]

As underlined by @HellmanPasi, there is no security without media freedom & safety of journalists. We need to preserve access to pluralistic & reliable information. 🇫🇮 co-chairs MFC with 🇩🇪, thank you 🇫🇷 for organizing an important side event @ #UNGA80

#ProtectingJournalists

[Finland in Kenya @FinlandinKenya]

Happy European Day of Languages! 🇪🇺🔠

Do you know what Finnish and Swahili, the national language of Kenya 🇰🇪, have in common? Both languages use a gender-neutral pronoun - HÄN in Finnish and YEYE in Swahili. It’s she and he, all at once!

Learn more ⬇️
https://t.co/U3ZRoqVV7f

[European Union In Kenya @EUinKenya]

✨ New EU Culture Call! ✨🌍

Are you an artist or cultural professional in Sub-Saharan Africa or the EU?

Apply now for a Mobility Grant of up to €4,000 under the Africa–Europe Partnerships for Culture: Connect & Create!
Let’s shape the future of culture—together! 💫

[William Samoei Ruto, PhD @WilliamsRuto]

We value our close diplomatic ties with Finland and are committed to strengthening cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

Our focus is on expanding trade and investment while deepening multilateral engagement, especially in advancing global and regional peace and security. We share a strong commitment to resolving conflicts in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Somalia, recognising that peace is the cornerstone of growth and shared prosperity.

Held talks with Finland President @alexstubb on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.