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Kenya's ambassadorial nominee to Thailand Lucy Kiruthu proposes using financial tools to curb human trafficking
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 04, 2025

She proposed using financial tracking tools from agencies such as the CBK, the Financial Reporting Centre (FRC), and Safaricom to trace funds handled...

Tokyo embassy scandal shadows Antony Muchiri’s nomination as envoy to Turkiye
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 04, 2025

Back in 2013, Antony Muchiri, then Ambassador to Libya, was arrested along with former Foreign Affairs PS Thuita Mwangi and former Chargé d’Affaires i...

Last of Uhuru's ambassadors end their tours as Ruto's foreign service shake-up continues
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 25, 2025

Former ICT permanent secretary Bitange Ndemo prepares to leave Brussels, where he has been ambassador to Belgium and the EU.

Kenya secures Sh65 billion Chinese deal to boost local vaccine and medicine manufacturing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 09, 2025

The initiative is part of a broader strategy to build domestic capacity, reduce reliance on medical imports and enhance healthcare resilience.

Ethiopia's Somali State president welcomed in Nairobi as leaders hail cross-border unity, progress
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 18, 2025

President Mustafa expressed his gratitude to the Somali community in Nairobi for organising the event and hosting him. He stated that it was a moment...

Mudavadi urges African envoys in Brazil to back AU reforms, financial overhaul
Mwangi Maina  |  May 16, 2025

Hosted in the Brazilian capital and received by Ambassador Martin Mbeng—Dean of the African diplomatic corps representing 35 countries—the meeting bro...

Nakhumicha rejects claims of Gachagua’s involvement in Sh3.7 billion KEMSA tender scandal
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 07, 2025

Nakhumicha said that while serving as Health Cabinet Secretary, she had not received any indication that Gachagua had influenced the procurement proce...

Serbian ambassador delivers protest letter to Nairobi as Belgrade warns of fallout over Kosovo
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 27, 2025

Serbia insists that Resolution 1244 remains binding under international law and reiterated that Kosovo continues to be an integral part of its territo...

Kenya secures Sh1.8 billion from China to modernise hospitals
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 27, 2025

The funding aims to enhance healthcare infrastructure, improve medical equipment, and support the government’s push for Universal Health Coverage.

US declares South African ambassador persona non grata amid rising tensions
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 15, 2025

The US State Department and the South African Embassy in Washington have yet to issue official responses.

South Sudan's President Salva Kiir fires ambassador to Kenya amid rising political turmoil
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 07, 2025

President William Ruto, who has been leading South Sudan’s Tumaini Initiative peace process, acknowledged the escalating crisis, revealing that he had...

MPs want future ambassadors to speak the language of their host country
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 21, 2025

They stated that effective communication is essential for envoys to effectively champion Kenya’s political and economic interests.

Former ICT CS Margaret Nyambura Ndung’u rejects Ruto's ambassadorial nomination to Ghana
Mwangi Maina  |  Jan 10, 2025

She becomes the second nominee to decline the post of heading Kenya’s diplomatic mission in Accra.

Somalia urges Gaza ceasefire in first UNSC briefing
Hassan Mohamed  |  Jan 04, 2025

Somalia said Palestinians lack basic necessities like food, water, shelter and medicines due to an Israeli aid blockade on Gaza.

Marc Dillard takes charge at US Embassy in Nairobi after Meg Whitman's exit
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 23, 2024

His extensive African experience includes postings in Malawi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, further cementing his expertise in the region. 

US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman resigns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 13, 2024

Whitman has served as head of the Kenyan embassy since August 2022.

US backs creation of two permanent UN Security Council seats for Africa
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 12, 2024

The Security Council is tasked with maintaining international peace and security and has the authority to impose sanctions.

Reprieve for Somali entrepreneurs as UAE opens visa consulate in Mogadishu
Hassan Mohamed  |  Jul 29, 2024

The latest move by the UAE shows Somalia's improving foreign relations and confidence with the rest of the world as the country reels back from nearly...

Kenyan ambassador-designate to Egypt prepares for Ruto’s state visit despite domestic crises
Amina Wako  |  Jul 05, 2024

This state visit has been planned for a long time but was delayed due to events in Egypt and the Middle East, including Ramadan.

Tatu City woos Somali business leaders with investment opportunities
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 23, 2024

Highlighting the city's infrastructure and amenities, CEO Stephen Jennings told The Eastleigh Voice that they were ready to welcome the Somali communi...

Chinese Deputy Chief of Mission praises Eastleigh's development and economic ties
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 20, 2024

He attributed the progress to the cooperation between Kenya and China, which he said benefits local entrepreneurs.

President Ruto accredits six ambassadors
Amina Wako  |  Jun 12, 2024

In his remarks on the occasion, the president said Kenya will foster strong bilateral relations with other nations to enhance its development agenda.

Govt to purchase properties for Kenyan embassies abroad, aims to reduce rental expenses
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 10, 2024

The Committee on Defence and Foreign Relations warned that rental expenditures for diplomatic properties were rising.

Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud tours Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 29, 2024

Hassan went on a guided tour of the Business Bay Square (BBS) Mall, the biggest in East and Central Africa. 

Kenyan diplomats abroad exit for Ruto's newly appointed envoys
Amina Wako  |  May 14, 2024

Kenyan ambassadors stationed abroad are completing their tenures and preparing to return home as others are being recalled from their posts to make ro...

Kenya’s UN envoy Martin Kimani ends tenure in New York
Amina Wako  |  May 13, 2024

Ambassador Martin Kimani said he was “proud to have served Kenyans for 12 years, in diplomacy, counter-terrorism, regional security, and mediation.”

Palestine's UN bid: Key reasons why Kenya voted 'yes'
Hanifa Adan  |  May 11, 2024

In the vote, Kenya acknowledged Palestine as qualified to join the UN and urged the UN Security Council to reconsider the matter favourably.

Somalia's Prime Minister set to strengthen bilateral ties on maiden visit to Kenya
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 25, 2024

During his visit, Prime Minister Bare is expected to sign nine bilateral agreements on behalf of Somalia, covering a wide range of areas including sec...

President Ruto expected to meet Somalia's President today
Amina Wako  |  Apr 11, 2024

Some of the points of discussion between the two leaders would undoubtedly focus on the efforts to find a peaceful solution to the political tensions...

Taita Taveta county seeks China's help in resolving perennial water scarcity
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 08, 2024

Governor Mwadime acknowledged China's significant role in Kenya's development and expressed optimism that this newfound collaboration will help his co...

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