UN in Kenya

UN in Kenya Led by RC Dr Garry Conille.
(1)

The UN in Kenya brings agencies together to support the Government and partners in advancing Kenya’s national development priorities, delivering SDG results and ensuring no one is left behind.

Proudly in My Skin. Celebrating All Skin Tones.In Kenya, persons with albinism continue to contribute to every aspect of...
13/06/2026

Proudly in My Skin. Celebrating All Skin Tones.

In Kenya, persons with albinism continue to contribute to every aspect of society as professionals, entrepreneurs and community leaders. Yet many still face discrimination, stigma and barriers to accessing services and opportunities.

This International Albinism Awareness Day, the focus remains on ensuring equal access to education, healthcare, employment and participation in public life.

The theme, "Proudly in My Skin: Celebrating All Skin Tones", is a reminder that inclusion starts with recognising the rights and contributions of every person, regardless of skin colour or appearance.

More on this year’s : un.org/en/observances…

During her official mission to Nairobi, the 80th President of the United Nations General Assembly, H.E. Annalena Baerboc...
12/06/2026

During her official mission to Nairobi, the 80th President of the United Nations General Assembly, H.E. Annalena Baerbock, visited DigiKen’s Digital Innovation Hub at PC Kinyanjui Technical Training Institute. The visit offered a firsthand look at how digital skills and entrepreneurship are opening practical paths for young Kenyans.

A powerful highlight of the visit was her exchange with young innovators, including accessibility advocate Amani Ali. Amani shared how inclusive digital tools have transformed his daily independence, underscoring exactly why digital transformation must be accessible to everyone.

Speaking during the visit, TVET Principal Secretary, Dr. Esther Thaara Muoria emphasized that technological growth must translate into real-world opportunities, celebrating DigiKen’s commitment to expanding access for youth and persons with disabilities.

📌 About DigiKen: Supported by the Joint SDG Fund and implemented by UNESCO, UNCDF, UN Women and UNEP, the programme supports 15 innovation hubs across 12 counties. It also anchors the AI and Digital Transformation for Government course, aiming to equip over 20,000 learners by 2027.

Chief Justice Martha Koome received UN Kenya delegation led by UN RC Dr. Garry Conille at her offices in Nairobi for a c...
11/06/2026

Chief Justice Martha Koome received UN Kenya delegation led by UN RC Dr. Garry Conille at her offices in Nairobi for a courtesy call focused on strengthening collaboration around judicial priorities, access to justice and other ongoing judiciary reforms.

The discussions also addressed strategic priorities for justice delivery, including court digitisation, survivor-centred handling of GBV cases and Judiciary preparedness ahead of 2027. The UN RC commended the Chief Justice’s 10-year vision, “Social Transformation through Access to Justice”.

Chief Justice Koome appreciated the United Nations’ continued partnership in advancing justice sector reforms. UN Kenya reaffirmed its commitment to working with the Judiciary to strengthen institutional trust, uphold access to justice and support a credible, independent justice system for all Kenyans.

On day two of her visit to Nairobi, the 80th President of the UN General Assembly, Ms. Annalena Baerbock engaged civil s...
11/06/2026

On day two of her visit to Nairobi, the 80th President of the UN General Assembly, Ms. Annalena Baerbock engaged civil society representatives during the 'Better Together Dialogue'. Moderated by the SDGs Kenya Forum, the discussion also explored how stronger civic participation can advance the implementation of Pact for the Future in Kenya.

H.E highlighted the importance of partnerships between government, civil society & the UN in advancing human rights, gender equality & addressing gender-based violence. She further noted that meaningful engagement is essential in building trust & strengthening democratic participation.

The engagement also provided an opportunity for civil society representatives to share perspectives on issues affecting communities across Kenya, including economic inclusion, youth employment, human rights, climate action & gender equality, as the country prepares for the 2027 General Elections.

The UN Kenya Country Team this week held a strategic meeting with the President of the 80th UN General Assembly, H.E. An...
11/06/2026

The UN Kenya Country Team this week held a strategic meeting with the President of the 80th UN General Assembly, H.E. Annalena Baerbock, in Nairobi, recognising Kenya’s role as a key partner, regional hub and strong voice for multilateral action and sustainable development.

The observed UN Kenya’s operational model in action, noting how “OneUN” and “Better Together” are reflected in Kenya, through national leadership, regional engagement and the work of the UN Country Team hub.

The discussions also focused on UN reforms and the changing development landscape, including how the UNCT can work in a more integrated, agile and coherent way to support Kenya’s priorities across governance, health systems, climate resilience, water access and long-term transformation.

Putting food on the table is becoming harder for many families in Kenya and around the world.New analysis shows that gro...
09/06/2026

Putting food on the table is becoming harder for many families in Kenya and around the world.

New analysis shows that growing numbers of people are struggling to meet their basic food needs, with some communities facing acute hunger.

Access to food is essential for health, learning and livelihoods. Globally, up to 45 million people are at risk of acute hunger.

Continued support is needed to help vulnerable communities meet their immediate needs and cope with rising pressures.

08/06/2026

For Kenya, the ocean is more than a coastline. It supports fishing communities, powers tourism, protects biodiversity and contributes to livelihoods for millions of people.

Yet the health of our ocean is under growing pressure from plastic pollution, unsustainable use of marine resources and the impacts of climate change.

As United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres says:

"We cannot keep treating the ocean as limitless. We must build a new relationship with it."

This World Oceans Day, we are reminded that protecting our ocean is a shared responsibility.
From conserving mangroves and coral reefs to reducing plastic waste and supporting sustainable blue economy initiatives, every action matters.

A healthy ocean is essential for Kenya’s people, economy and future generations.

05/06/2026

Behind every decimal point of global warming are real communities facing severe droughts, rising sea levels and unpredictable weather patterns that threaten their lives and livelihoods.

Every fraction of a degree brings greater harm…especially to the most vulnerable.” UN Secretary General, António Guterres.

This World Environment Day, we cannot afford to wait.

It is time to ACT .

Let’s demand systemic change, support sustainable solutions and protect our shared home before the next fraction of a degree is locked in.💚

What action are you taking today for our planet?

Our planet is sending us signals.Across Kenya, we are seeing them more clearly:Prolonged droughts.Devastating floods.Ris...
05/06/2026

Our planet is sending us signals.

Across Kenya, we are seeing them more clearly:
Prolonged droughts.
Devastating floods.
Rising temperatures.

This World Environment Day, we turn the volume up on the urgent signals the Earth is sending & how, together, we can act .

UN Kenya Resident Coordinator Dr. Garry Conille received Ambassador Matt Baugh OBE, British High Commissioner to Kenya, ...
03/06/2026

UN Kenya Resident Coordinator Dr. Garry Conille received Ambassador Matt Baugh OBE, British High Commissioner to Kenya, for a courtesy call focused on strengthening cooperation between the UN and the UK in support of Kenya’s development priorities.

They discussed shared priorities including climate action, food security, refugee protection, health systems, governance, peace and security and inclusive economic growth.

The RC welcomed the UK’s continued support to the UN system in Kenya and acknowledged its role as a strong partner in multilateral cooperation.

UN Kenya looks forward to continued collaboration with the British High Commission to advance practical cooperation that supports national priorities and ensures that no one is left behind.

Address

United Nations Avenue, Gigiri
Nairobi
00100

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 18:00
Thursday 08:00 - 18:00
Friday 08:00 - 18:00

Telephone

+254748756581

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when UN in Kenya posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category