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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.

Ruto nominates new ambassadors in major diplomatic reshuffle
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 15, 2025

The changes blend career appointments with political selections, reshaping key postings in Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Gulf.

Kenya’s diplomatic chessboard: Ruto’s Foreign Ministry shake-up tests strategy over stability
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 04, 2025

Kiptiness, who also oversaw relations with Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam, will now return to Nairobi as Deputy Director General of the Asia and...

Foreign Affairs Ministry warns Sh16 billion shortfall will threaten diplomatic growth
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 20, 2025

The ministry requested Sh39 billion but was allocated only Sh23 billion, affecting key operations and plans.

Demoralised staff, leaking roofs, cracked walls: Audit exposes neglect in Kenya’s embassies
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 28, 2025

The delays put Kenya’s diplomatic operations at risk, impacting staff morale and eroding confidence in the government’s ability to sustain its mission...

National icons honoured during 60th anniversary of Kenya's diplomatic journey
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 03, 2024

From retired military veterans to world-class athletes, these individuals were hailed for their contributions to peacebuilding, diplomacy, and sports.

Ruto yet to congratulate Senegal's new President Bassirou Diomaye Faye
Amina Wako  |  Apr 02, 2024

No public statement has been issued by the State House or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nairobi regarding the election or the inauguration ceremo...

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