H.E. Amb. Mwenda Karisa
Head of Mission
About the mission
About the Kenya High Commission in Kingston
The Republic of Kenya's diplomatic mission to Jamaica: consular services, diaspora support and economic diplomacy.
About this mission
Who we are
Our mission
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
- Patriotism
- Integrity
- Sustainable Development
- Good Governance
- Inclusiveness
- Professionalism
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.
What we do
- 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.
Our work
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
Mission leadership
Mr. Edwin Limo
Minister and Head of Chancery
Mission team
Mr. Charles Nyaga
Second Secretary
Mr. John Karimi
Financial Attaché
Bilateral relations
Kenya and Jamaica
Kenya and Jamaica maintain friendly diplomatic relations grounded in cooperation on trade, regional affairs and people-to-people ties.
The Kenya High Commission in Kingston advances these interests, supports Kenyan nationals in Jamaica and works to deepen commercial and cultural exchange between the two countries.
Get in touch
Contact us
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In an emergency abroad? Do not wait for an email reply. Call the 24/7 consular line on +254 20 331 8888.
Good to know
Before you visit
What to bring
- Your booking reference (book online before you come).
- A valid passport or national ID, and a photocopy.
- The supporting documents for your service.
- Proof of any eCitizen payment for the service.
- Arrive about 10 minutes early, with a pen.
If you live far from Kingston, ask the mission about honorary consuls or mobile consular clinics near you.
When we're closed
The mission observes Kenyan public holidays and the local public holidays of Jamaica.
Kenyan public holidays
- 1 JunMadaraka Day
- 10 OctUtamaduni (Huduma) Day
- 20 OctMashujaa Day
- 12 DecJamhuri Day
- 25–26 DecChristmas and Boxing Day
- 1 JanNew Year's Day
- VariesGood Friday, Easter Monday and Eid