H.E. Amb. Mwenda Karisa
Jefe de Misión
Sobre la misión
Sobre la Alta Comisión de Kenia en Kingston
La misión diplomática de la República de Kenia en Jamaica: servicios consulares, apoyo a la diáspora y diplomacia económica.
Sobre esta misión
Who we are
Nuestra misión
To pursue, project, promote and protect Kenya’s strategic interests and image through effective diplomatic engagement in Jamaica, the Caribbean and other countries of coverage in Latin America.
Our vision
A dynamic diplomatic Mission articulating and promoting Kenya’s strategic interests
Our values
- Patriotismo
- Integridad
- Sustainable Development
- Good Governance
- Inclusiveness
- Profesionalismo
Our history
- 2016
Kenya established its diplomatic presence in the Caribbean on 16th September 2016 with the opening of its Mission in Havana, Cuba.
- 2026
As Kenya’s relations and interests in the Caribbean continued to grow, the Government of Kenya further strengthened its diplomatic presence in the region through the establishment of a resident High Commission in Kingston, Jamaica, which commenced operations on 13th July 2026.
Qué hacemos
- Strengthening Kenya’s bilateral relations with countries of accreditation, deepening engagement with CARICOM and promoting cooperation in areas of mutual interest through political dialogue, agreements and institutional partnerships.
- Advancing Kenya’s trade, investment, tourism and economic interests by promoting Kenyan products and services through facilitation of business linkages and attracting investment and partnerships.
- Protecting the interests and welfare of Kenyan nationals in the region, providing effective consular services and strengthening structured engagement with the Kenyan diaspora.
- Promoting Kenya’s contribution to regional and global peace, security and stability through advancement of cooperation on emerging regional and international security challenges.
- Protecting Kenya’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and national interests through effective representation in the countries and institutions of accreditation.
- Promoting Kenya’s image, culture, heritage, tourism, education, sports and creative industries, while strengthening people-to-people relations and engagement with key stakeholders.
The High Commission of the Republic of Kenya in Kingston is mandated to promote, protect and project Kenya’s interests in Jamaica and the wider Caribbean region. The Mission is responsible for strengthening bilateral and regional relations, advancing political, economic and commercial cooperation, promoting Kenya’s trade, investment and tourism interests, providing consular and diaspora services, and enhancing Kenya’s engagement with CARICOM and other regional institutions.
Nuestra labor
Representing Kenya in Jamaica
The Kenya High Commission in Kingston serves and protects Kenyans living, working and travelling in Jamaica, supports the diaspora, promotes trade and investment between the two countries, and represents Kenya's foreign-policy interests.
Kenya and Jamaica →The people
Our team
Liderazgo de la Misión
Mr. Edwin Limo
Minister and Head of Chancery
Mission team
Mr. Charles Nyaga
Second Secretary
Mr. John Karimi
Financial Attaché
Relaciones bilaterales
Kenia and Jamaica
Kenia y Jamaica mantienen relaciones diplomáticas amistosas basadas en la cooperación en comercio, asuntos regionales y lazos interpersonales.
La Alta Comisión de Kenia en Kingston promueve estos intereses, apoya a los ciudadanos kenianos en Jamaica y trabaja para profundizar el intercambio comercial y cultural entre ambos países.
Contáctenos
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Información útil
Antes de su visita
Qué traer
- Su número de referencia de reserva (reserve en línea antes de venir).
- Pasaporte o documento nacional de identidad válido, y una fotocopia.
- Documentos de respaldo para su servicio.
- Comprobante de cualquier pago de eCitizen por el servicio.
- Llegue unos 10 minutos antes, con un bolígrafo.
Si vive lejos de Kingston, consulte a la misión sobre los cónsules honorarios o las clínicas consulares móviles cercanas a usted.
Cuando estamos cerrados
La misión observa los días festivos de Kenia y los días festivos locales de Jamaica.
Kenyan public holidays
- 1 de junioDía de Madaraka
- 10 octDía de Utamaduni (Huduma)
- 20 oct.Día de Mashujaa
- 12 DicDía de Jamhuri
- 25–26 dic.Navidad y Día de San Esteban
- 1 EneDía de Año Nuevo
- VaríaViernes Santo, Lunes de Pascua y Eid