KENYA EMBASSY PARIS

Enhancing Collaboration with Business France 🇰🇪🇫🇷 On 3rd Nov, Amb. Betty Cherwon held a fruitful meeting at the Embassy with Business France officials — Mr. Elias Rock, Regional Coordinator for Africa, and Mr. Elliot Phelut-Domenach, Event Project Manager for Geographic & Strategic Events. Business France is the French national agency for the internationalisation of the French economy. It supports French companies expanding abroad, promotes France as a business & investment destination, and connects foreign companies wishing to export to France. Discussions focused on deepening Embassy - Business France collaboration, including Kenya's participation in Ambition Africa 2026 — the 8th edition of the annual France-Africa business forum, on 24-25 Nov 2026 at the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Industry. The timing is strategic. Coming just six months after the Africa Forward Summit co-hosted by Kenya & France in Nairobi in May 2026, Ambition Africa will be the ideal stage to showcase the Summit's outcomes and track progress on business deals agreed. Both sides agreed to work together to elevate Kenya-France economic & trade relations. #KenyaInFrance #AmbitionAfrica2026 #AfricaForwardSummit #KenyaFrance #Trade #Investment #BusinessFrance @betty_cherwon @ForeignOfficeKE

On 31 Oct, the Embassy hosted new Kenyan students & Language Assistants in France for our annual welcome & integration forum. The session focused on academic & career opportunities, cultural integration & access to support systems. We also welcomed the new leadership of the Kenya Students Association in France (KSAF) led by President Ms. Mildred Kaguhia. Continuing students shared practical insights to help new arrivals settle in. Amb. Betty Cherwon reaffirmed the Embassy’s commitment to the welfare of Kenyan students & the wider diaspora. We are committed to ensuring a safe, supportive environment for Kenyans to pursue their goals while staying connected home. #KenyaInFrance 🇰🇪🇫🇷 @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828 @ForeignOfficeKE @Diaspora_KE

19th October 2026 Amb. Betty Cherwon held a productive meeting with Amb. Arnaud Suquet, the Director for Africa and Indian Ocean of the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs. Amb. Suquet is also the immediate former French Ambassador to Kenya. The meeting focused on the implementation of the outcomes of the Africa Forward Summit, which was co-hosted by Kenya and France in Nairobi on 11th – 12th May 2026. In particular, the meeting reviewed progress on the bilateral agreements, as well as the commercial deals that were concluded by the Kenyan and French private sector players. The two Ambassadors were instrumental in the planning and execution of the Summit. They also discussed the strong ties between Kenya and France, which has been buttressed by the recent high-level engagements by H.E. President William Ruto and H.E. President Emmanuel Macron.@betty_cherwon @ForeignOfficeKE

📢 Partial Curfew ⁃ The French Prime Minister has imposed a partial curfew for Place de la République and the streets around Les Halles in central Paris. Four cities in northern France, Wattignies, Douai, Denain, and Lille, are also affected. -The curfew is to take effect Monday night from 11pm until 6am on Tuesday. ⁃In Marseille, the local authority has abolished group gatherings. ⁃The Kenya Embassy is appealing to Kenyans in the affected cities to be aware of the situation and exercise caution. @ForeignOfficeKE @betty_cherwon

Kenyan Water Managers Graduate from AgroParisTech’s “Water for All” Programme Three managers from Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) and Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) have graduated from the National Institute for Life Sciences and Industries and the Environment (AgroParisTech) after completing the Specialized Master’s programme “Water for All” (OpT). The programme is designed for managers, senior executives and Directors-General of urban water and sanitation services in developing and transition countries. Ambassador Betty Cherwon was delighted to attend the graduation ceremony and present awards to the Kenyan graduands. The occasion also provided an opportunity to discuss with the organizers the proposal to establish an African Hub of the University in Kenya. The graduands were Ms. Jemima Kariuki and Mr. Duke Ombaki from Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company, and Ms. Rehab King'ori from Athi Water Works Development Agency. Also present were the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nairobi Prof. Ayub Gitau, Dr. Simpson Osano and Prof. Josiah Aduda, both of the University of Nairobi. The cohort was mentored by Prof. Catherine Ngila, Executive Director of the African Academy of Sciences in Nairobi. Kenya-France relations continue to be strengthened through such academic and technical cooperation. @betty_cherwon @ForeignOfficeKE

Paris 14th October 2026 Amb. Betty Cherwon hosted the Solicitor General, Hon. Shadrack Mose, the Principal Secretary for Culture, the Arts and Heritage, Ms. Ummi Bashir, and their technical teams on 13th October 2026. The delegation was in Paris for a brief but high impact official visit dedicated to strengthening the productive bilateral relations between Kenya and France. At the Embassy, we strive to facilitate the building of bridges and strengthening of ties. @betty_cherwon @UmmiMBashir @shadrack_mose @ForeignOfficeKE

Amb. Betty Cherwon hosted the newly elected officials of the Kenyans in France Umbrella Association for a courtesy call at the Chancery on 9th October 2026.The meeting discussed matters of interest to the Kenyan diaspora and the motherland. Amb. Cherwon was accompanied by DHoM Amb. Jane Lusenaka, Minister Counsellor Dennis Muhambe and Immigration Attaché Topister Mukhwaya. The delegation was led by President Leon Kuria with the new leadership and interim committee members. The Embassy welcomes a unified umbrella body to articulate diaspora interests and looks forward to working with the team to protect & promote the welfare of Kenyans in France. 🇰🇪 #KenyaInFrance #DiasporaEngagement @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828 @ForeignOfficeKE @Diaspora_KE

The Embassy was honoured to receive PS Dr. @SingoeiAKorir in Paris. Despite his busy schedule, he took time to engage with Mission staff, offering guidance and sharing invaluable wisdom. We are enriched, inspired, and re-energized to continue executing our mandate of promoting, protecting and projecting Kenya's image in France and our countries of accreditation. Asante sana, PS. 🇰🇪🇫🇷 @ForeignOfficeKE @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828

We bid a fond farewell to Ms. Lynette Lokuruka, First Secretary, as she departs the Mission after successfully completing her tour of duty in Paris. We thank Lynette for her dedication, professionalism, and valuable contribution to the work of the Embassy. She has been a wonderful colleague and part of our family in Paris. We wish her every success and happiness in her next assignment! @ForeignOfficeKE @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828

Amb. Alfred K’Ombudo, President Ruto's Senior Advisor on Trade Policy & Commercial Diplomacy, paid a courtesy call on Amb. Betty Cherwon at the Kenya Embassy Paris on 22nd September. He shared a comprehensive study on Kenya-France trade in services — covering professional services, transport, port & maritime logistics & technical services. The balance of trade in services is in Kenya’s favour, with huge potential for growth. While in Paris, Amb. K’Ombudo also met with OECD officials to discuss cooperation on trade & investment with Kenya and Africa. @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828 @ForeignOfficeKE

Paris has Fashion Week, we have Furahiday! Colour, culture and Kenyan pride takes over the Embassy today as the H.E Ambassador Betty Cherwon and staff step out in the very best of the African print – a quiet but proud statement of Buy Kenya, Build Kenya — proof that our fabrics hold their own in the fashion capital of the world. Diplomacy is built on networking, documents and deadlines, but it is sustained by people. And a team that laughs together represents its country well. That’s the spirit we carry, wherever we serve. @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828 @ForeignOfficeKE

Vacancy Announcement - Consular Assistant

A warm welcome to Mr. Wadid Benaabou, Ambassador-Designate of France to Kenya, by Amb. Betty Cherwon. Their talks focused on strengthening Kenya–France ties: implementing Africa Forward Summit outcomes, advancing bilateral agreements, and boosting cooperation in sports, culture & people-to-people exchanges. Amb. Cherwon wished him a pleasant tour of duty. #Kenya 🇰🇪#France #Diplomacy @ForeignOfficeKE @betty_cherwon

H.E. Ambassador Betty Cherwon met with Mr. Alin Horj, Head of the Africa Unit at @OECD. Discussions focused on Kenya–OECD initiatives and progress towards a Country Programme. Also in attendance: DHoM Amb. Jane Lusenaka. @ForeignOfficeKE

H.E. Ambassador Betty Cherwon met with Mr. Alin Horj, Head of the Africa Unit at @OECD. Discussions focused on Kenya–OECD initiatives and progress towards a Country Programme. Also in attendance: DHoM Amb. Jane Lusenaka. @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828 @ForeignOfficeKE

The Head of Mission, H.E. Amb. Betty Cherwon, held a meeting today with Mr. Razi Abdalla, Senior Client Manager, Business to Government, International Health, Cigna Healthcare. With Cigna's strong presence in Kenya, the meeting provided an opportunity to exchange ideas on potential areas of collaboration and partnerships with the Embassy. The Head of Mission was accompanied by the Deputy Head of Mission, Amb. Jane Lusenaka, and the Head of Chancery, Mr. Hussein Muhamad.@betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828

Building on the momentum of the recently concluded partnership between Tennis Kenya, the French Tennis Federation and the City of Istres, the Deputy Head of Mission, Amb. Jane Lusenaka, held a bilateral meeting with the Mayor of Istres, Vice-President of the Aix-Marseille-Provence Metropolis, Robin Prétot on 13th July 2026 in Istres to discuss new opportunities for bilateral cooperation in sports and culture. The discussions explored youth exchange programmes, talent and skills development, cultural collaborations and strengthening people to people ties amongst others. The Deputy Head of Mission reaffirmed the Mission’s and Kenya’s commitment to work together with the city of Istres towards strengthened partnerships and cooperation on sports and cultural diplomacy and other future areas of collaboration. In attendance was the Deputy Mayor in charge of sports, Pascal Delon, and other officials. Also present in the meeting was the First Secretary, Ms. Lynette Lokuruka, Kenya’s Common Wealth Sprinter Champion, Ferdinand Omanyala and Mr. Daniel Chirchir. @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828 @ForeignOfficeKE

The closing ceremony of the 9th World Congress Against the Death Penalty was held at the French National Assembly. The address was delivered by Ms. Yaël Braun-Pivet, President of the French National Assembly. The Kenyan delegation in attendance included: Hon. Dorcas Oduor, Attorney General of Kenya; Hon. Justice Isaac Lenaola, Judge of the Supreme Court; Hon. Millie Odhiambo-Mabona, Member of Parliament; Ms. Claris Ogangah, Chairperson of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights; and Ms. Jane Lusenaka, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Kenya in Paris. The Congress underscored that the death penalty, by its nature, is incompatible with human dignity @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828 @ForeignOfficeKE

The Embassy was delighted to host the official delegation to the 9th World Congress against the Death Penalty 2026 in Paris, dated 30th June to 2nd July. The delegation comprised Hon. Millie Odhiambo-Mabona, Justice Isaac Lenaola, and Claris Ogangah, the Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission. The Attorney General, Hon. Dorcas Oduor, is the head of the delegation who later joined the team. The objectives of the Congress, themed ‘Together Against the Death Penalty’, were to encourage concrete progress and commitment; stakeholder cooperation; raise awareness of the realities; fight discrimination; prevent resurgence; and protect fundamental rights. Abolishing death penalty upholds the respect for plurality, dialogue, human rights, and durable solutions/justice. @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828 @ForeignOfficeKE

Dijon was full of home flavors last weekend 🔥 Our Embassy team joined Umoja Association for a Kenyan barbeque with students, professionals & entrepreneurs. We shared stories, opportunities, challenges… and plenty of nyama choma 😋 #KenyaInFrance #Diaspora @betty_cherwon @JLusenaka90828 @Diaspora_KE @ForeignOfficeKE