H.E. Amb. Joyce Khasimwa M'maitsi
Head of Mission
About the mission
About the Kenya Embassy in Luanda
The Republic of Kenya's diplomatic mission to Angola: consular services, diaspora support and economic diplomacy.
Currently assisting 934383528 Kenyan nationals in Angola.
About this mission
Who we are
Our mission
To promote, project and protect the interests of the people of Kenya in Angola through innovative diplomacy.
Our vision
A model institution in the promotion of bilateral relations and the advancement of the interests of the people of Kenya in Angola.
Our values
- Customer Focus
- Patriotism
- Team spirit
- Professionalism
- Ethics and Integrity
- Equity and Fairness
Our history
- 2015
The Kenya Embassy in Luanda, Angola was established in April 2015 to protect and promote Kenya’s national interests in Angola, to enhance and strengthen the bilateral relations between the two countries and to provide consular services particularly for the growing presence of Kenyans in Angola.
What we do
- Diplomatic Representation in Angola
- Promotion of Kenya-Angola Bilateral Relations
- Articulation of Kenya’s Foreign Policy in Angola
- Initiation and implementation of Cooperation frameworks between Kenya and Angola
- Protection of the interests of Kenyans in Angola
- Promotion of Kenya-Angola economic, trade, and tourism cooperation
- Management of State and official visits
- Provision of Consular services
- Promotion of effective participation of the Diaspora in national development.
1. To safeguard Kenya’s sovereignty and territorial integrity 2. To promote global and regional peace, security and stability 3. To strengthen economic cooperation and commercial diplomacy 4. To strengthen bilateral relations, regional integration and international cooperation 5. To strengthen diaspora engagement and consular services 6. To strengthen public diplomacy, cultural diplomacy and enhance stakeholder engagement 7. To strengthen policy, legal and institutional capacity
Service delivery charter
What to expect from us
| Service | What you bring | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provision of advisory services and information on Kenya /Prestação de serviços de assessoria e informação sobre oportunidades de comércio, investimento e turismo | Receipt of requestsValid documentation | Nil | · Within 3 working days· For complex issues, initial response indicating when to expect full response |
| Facilitation for application of Kenya government documents /Facilitação na aquisição de documentos do governo do Quênia | Receipt of requestsValid documentationProof of payment | Nil | Within 5 working days |
| Authentication/certification of documents /Autenticação de documentos | Receipt of requestsValid documentationProof of payment | From 5000 kwanza | Within 3 working days |
| Issuance of Emergency travel documents /Emissão de documentos de emergência para viagem | Receipt of request / Recepção do pedido | 5000 kwanza | Within 3 working days |
| Emergency consular services /Serviços consulares de emergência | Receipt of request for facilitation /Recepção do pedido por facilitar | Nil | Case by case basis |
| Protocol services /Serviços prtocolares | Receipt of valid documentation / Receção de documentação válida | Nil | Within 2 working days |
| Payment for goods and services /Pagamento de bens e serviços | Receipt of enquiry/ correspondence /Recepção de questões/correspondência | Nil | Within 5 working days |
| Responding to enquiries/correspondence /Respostas à questões/correspondência | Arrival of visitors /Chegada de visitantes | Nil | · Within 3 working days· For complex issues, initial response indicating when to expect full response |
| Attending to visitors /Atendimento aos visitantes | In-coming call / Chamada recebida | Nil | Immediate for visitors with appointment, 15 minutes for those without appointment |
| Answering in-coming calls /Atender chamadas recebidas | Nil | Within 3 rings |
Heads of mission
Those who have served
- 2015–2022
H.E. Amb. Josphat K. Maikara
Our work
Representing Kenya in Angola
The Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in
Luanda, Angola is the official diplomatic mission representing the Kenyan
government. Our mission is to promote, foster, and strengthen the bilateral
relations between Kenya and Angola. We serve as a vital bridge for diplomatic
dialogue, economic cooperation, cultural exchange, and consular assistance.
The people
Our team
Mission leadership
Ms. Dorcas Rukunga
Deputy Head of Mission
Mission team
Amb. Joyce K. M’Maitsi
Ambassador
Ms. Dorcas N. Rukunga
Deputy Head of Mission
Mr. Benson M. Mwaliko
Minister Counsellor
Mr. Felex K. Kosgei
Third Secretary
Mr. Evans Achieng
Financial Attaché
Ms. Peris M. Ochuku
Administrative Attaché
Mr. David D.S. Cassanga
Translator
Ms. Graciete E. Timoteo
Office Clerk
Ms. Isabel Sapaloh
Receptionist
Mr. João C. Maiandi
Driver
Mr. Alberto R. Pimbi
Driver
Mr. Kennedy Malaba
Chef
Bilateral relations
Kenya and Angola
Kenya and Angola maintain a strong, cordial bilateral relationship spanning over 50 years, supported by resident embassies in Nairobi and Luanda. Kenya – Angola bilateral relations continue to deepen opening numerous potential opportunities for both countries.
9 areas of cooperation
- Wildlife Management and Conservation
- Youth Development
- Agriculture
- Trade and Investment
- ICT
- Health
- Oil and Gas
- Mining and Shipping and Maritime Affairs.
- Defense
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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 +244934383528.
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 Luanda, 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 Angola.
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