Henriette Geiger @HGeigerEU

Mr. Alexandre Polack, EU COAFR Chair, reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to Kenya as a key democratic partner and emphasized support for credible, transparent, and peaceful elections. The delegation expressed interest in deepening understanding of Kenya’s electoral environment and highlighted continued support for civic space, human rights, media freedom and inclusion of youth, women and marginalized groups. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to strengthen cooperation and ensure that the 2027 General Election is peaceful, credible, inclusive and trusted recognizing that democratic stability remains essential for governance, development and long-term economic resilience. #16thJulyByelection #YourVoteYourFuture #TalkWithIEBC #StopFakeNews

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Every human being is unique in their identity. Respect for diversity and individual freedom are fundamental values at the heart of the European Union. #IDAHOBIT #AtTheHeartOfDemocracy

From classrooms across Europe to careers across Kenya, our Erasmus and EU Member State scholarship alumni are living proof of what the EU-Kenya partnership can build. Excited to celebrate this partnership at our #EuropeDay reception this evening. 🇪🇺🇰🇪 #EUKenya50

I am deeply proud and honoured to start my tenure as Director-General/Executive Director of the UN Office at Vienna/@UNODC. I look forward to leading the @UN’s work in addressing the challenges of drugs, organized crime, corruption and terrorism, for a safer and more just world.

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Tonight in Nairobi, we gather not only to celebrate the enduring bonds between Africa and France, but also to usher in a bold new era of partnership anchored in shared prosperity, mutual respect, and opportunity for our citizens. At State House Nairobi, I had the honour of hosting a State Banquet for the Heads of State and Government attending the inaugural Africa Forward Summit 2026. On behalf of the Government and the people of Kenya, I extend a warm welcome and deepest appreciation for your presence, engagement, and commitment to advancing a stronger and more prosperous future for Africa and its global partners. May this summit strengthen our common resolve and deepen the spirit of cooperation that unites us. Karibuni Kenya.

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Broke ground for the construction of the expanded United Nations Office at Nairobi Assembly Hall, Gigiri, and inaugurated the new United Nations Office block alongside UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres.

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Speaking at the inauguration of the United Nations Nairobi Expansion Project in Gigiri, UN Secretary-General António Guterres criticised the global financial system for forcing African countries to pay borrowing costs three times higher than those of developed nations, despite some having stronger financial stability and growth prospects. Guterres also called for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council and a stronger voice for Africa within the IMF and World Bank.

Jambo! Africa Forward!

Nairobi today reinforced its place at the heart of global diplomacy and climate action during a landmark moment at the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON). Joined H.E. President @WilliamsRuto and H.E. @antonioguterres, Secretary-General of the @UN, for the groundbreaking of the new UN Conference Facilities Project and the commissioning of completed phases of the Gigiri Master Plan, as the Africa Forward Summit officially commenced. This milestone reinforces Kenya’s growing role as a global centre for multilateral diplomacy, climate action and international cooperation. Since joining the United Nations in 1963, Kenya has continued to strengthen Nairobi’s standing as home to @UNEP, @UNHABITAT and more than 70 UN agencies, funds and programmes. The expansion and modernisation of UNON reflects a shared commitment to building a more effective and responsive United Nations system in advancing peace, sustainable development and climate resilience.

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Addressing France's history with Africa. Amb Arnaud Suquet: We have taken responsibility for past mistakes. We are totally open to criticism, but we want to open a new partnership that is mutually beneficial. French Ambassador to Kenya says Paris has opened its archives and is using forensic methods to investigate colonial transgressions in Africa to ensure evidence-based accountability. Foreign Affairs PS Dr Korir Sing'Oei says Africa must build new partnerships forward without discounting the past. #FixingTheNationNTV @NationFmKE @EricLatiff @MariamBishar @blinkypenguin #AfricaForward #AfricaForward2026

#EUOpenHouse has officially begun! Over 25 European embassies have opened their doors to the local public. Be prepared to wait in line, but we promise it’s worth it! 🇪🇺🇺🇸

What does Europe mean to those who call it home? 💙 🇪🇺 This #EuropeDay, a personal reflection from EU High Representative @kajakallas.

One of the largest gatherings of African heads of state ever hosted in Kenya, and among the most significant the country has convened in recent history — the Africa Forward Summit opens in Nairobi on 11th May 2026. More than 30 Heads of State. Over 1,500 business and economic leaders. Seven agenda themes with direct implications for Africa's development trajectory. The decisions made at KICC over the next two days will carry Africa's priorities to the G7 at Évian, France, in June 2026. 11–12 May 2026 | KICC, Nairobi africaforwardsummit.go.ke #AfricaForward #AfricaForward2026 #PositivelyInfluencingSociety

Europe Day reminds us why Europe came together — and why its values are worth protecting. Every day, not just today. 🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺 #EuropeDay

Asante sana for the warm welcome! We were impressed with the sense of public duty & professionalism. Independent journalism remains vital not only as sources of verifiable & credible information but also for amplifying meaningful, issue based national conversations. #PressFreedom

Ahead of the #WorldPressFreedom day, #TeamEurope visited the @NationMediaGrp and had a discussion with the leadership, focusing on the need to safeguard media independence in the face of AI, digitisation, and evolving challenges. @ntvkenya

We thank Ambassador Monica Juma, the outgoing National Security Advisor, for her years of dedicated public service to our nation. Through her service, she distinguished herself as a highly respected professional and intellectual with extensive knowledge in security, diplomacy, and public administration. She was also result-oriented and a skilled negotiator. I congratulate Ambassador Juma on her new roles as Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and Director-General of the United Nations Office at Vienna. I am confident that she will excel in her new duties. Her experience, leadership, and commitment to service will make a significant contribution on the global stage. At State House Nairobi, bid farewell to Ambassador Juma and wished her well as she takes up her new role at the United Nations.

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🇬🇧 Balozi @FCDOMattBaugh today presented his credentials to H.E. President William Ruto at, formally commencing his duties in 🇰🇪 We look forward to strengthening our partnership & delivering real results for Kenyan & British people. Tuchape Kazi Sasa! 🇬🇧 🤝🇰🇪 #GoFarGoTogether

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Meet Ciara, one of our trainees at the EU Delegation in Kenya 👋 Here's her experience, in her own words 🎙️#eukenya50

Nairobi becomes the convening point for one of the most consequential conversations for Africa in this generation. More than 30 Heads of States, coming together to discuss 7 agenda themes with 1 vision - Taking #AfricaFoward. We have spent months working to ensure that when the world comes to Nairobi on 11 and 12th May, Africa arrives as a continent with a clear vision of its priorities, and the partners committed to advancing them alongside us. This is a Summit of substance, one with the potential to define a new chapter in Africa’s global engagement.