H.E. Amb. Philip Githiora
Head of Mission
About the mission
About the Kenya High Commission in Maputo
The Republic of Kenya's diplomatic mission to Mozambique: consular services, diaspora support and economic diplomacy.
About this mission
Who we are
Our mission
To pursue Kenya’s national interests in Mozambique through effective diplomatic engagement and service delivery.
Our vision
To be a Mission of excellence in diplomatic, consular and Diaspora service provision.
Our values
- Patriotism
- Professionalism
- Discipline
- Integrity
- Dignity
- Accountability and Transparency
- Team spirit
- Equity and Fairness
- and Innovation.
Our history
- 2021
The Kenya High Commission in Maputo was inaugurated on 20th November 2021.
What we do
- Protect Kenya’s sovereignty and territorial integrity
- Enhance global and regional peace, security and stability
- Enhance Economic and Commercial Diplomacy
- Pursue regional integration and international cooperation
- Enhance Diaspora engagement and consular services
- Strengthen public diplomacy, cultural heritage and stakeholder engagement
- Strengthen policy, legal and institutional capacity
Our mandate
What we are here to do
The mandate of the Mission as drawn from the State Department for Foreign Affairs’ Strategic Plan, is to implement Kenya’s Foreign Policy in Mozambique with the following functions and responsibilities:
Download the full mandatePDF- Projection, Promotion and Protection of Kenya’s Interests and Image
- Lobbying for Kenya’s Candidatures in the host country
- Support the State Department for Diaspora Affairs in harnessing Kenya's Diaspora for national development
- Co-ordination of State and Official Visits
- Protocol and State Courtesy
- more functions in the full mandate
Service delivery charter
What to expect from us
| Service | What you bring | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provision of information on trade, investment and tourism opportunities among others. | Receipt of requests and inquiries Receipt of information | NIL | • Immediate • Within 5 working days |
| Consular Services: Visa, Document authentication, Emergency Travel, Birth Certificate, Passport, Consular visits, e.t.c | Receipt of requests Valid documentation Proof of payment of respective fees | from USD 10 - 100 | • Immediate or within 5 working days depending on the nature of service |
| Protocol services | Receipt of request for facilitation | NIL | Within 2 Working Days |
| Financial and accounting | Valid documentation – receipts, invoices, delivery notes, quotation, authorization, bank details, | NIL | Within 7 working days |
| Response to inquiries/communication | Receipt of inquiry/communication | NIL | • Immediate or within 3 working days for e-mails/ letters • For complex issues, initial response within 3 days indicating when to expect full response. |
| Attending to visitors | Arrival of visitors | NIL | Immediate for Visitors with appointment, 15 minutes for those without appointment |
| Answering in-coming calls | In-coming call | NIL | Within 3 rings |
| Preparation of Reports: • performance reports • Analytical/technical political, social and economic reports/Briefs | • Quarterly • Availability of information • Receipt of request/instruction | NIL | • Within 8 working days for Quarterly reports • Prompt or within 4 working days. |
| Coordination of inbound and outbound delegations, appointments | Receipt of Notice/requests | NIL | • Immediate or • Within 3 weeks for appointments |
| Coordination of negotiation of cooperation frameworks | Receipt of instruction/information/request | NIL | 3 working days |
Heads of mission
Those who have served
- 2022–2024
Ambassador Paul Ndung'u
- 2024–PresentCurrent
Ambassador Philip Mundia Githiora
Our work
Representing Kenya in Mozambique
The Kenya High Commission in Maputo serves and protects Kenyans living, working and travelling in Mozambique, supports the diaspora, promotes trade and investment between the two countries, and represents Kenya's foreign-policy interests.
Kenya and Mozambique →The people
Our team
Mission leadership
Mission team
Ms. Angela Soila Kasaine
Deputy Head of Mission/Head of Chancery
Ms. Doreen Amoit
Second Secretary
Mr. Gregory Boy Obara
Foreign Relations Officer
Ms. Damaris Kaome
Financial Attaché
Ms. Angela Chimmie Adongo
Administarive Attaché
Ms. Regina Macamo
Receptionist
Ms. Shelzia Laice
Translator
Mr. Milton Tovele
Driver
Mr. Edgar Lenine
Driver
Bilateral relations
Kenya and Mozambique
Kenya and Mozambique maintain friendly diplomatic relations grounded in cooperation on trade, regional affairs and people-to-people ties.
The Kenya High Commission in Maputo advances these interests, supports Kenyan nationals in Mozambique and works to deepen commercial and cultural exchange between the two countries.
Recent coverage
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Contact us
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Thank you. We have logged your enquiry under reference and will reply by email within 2 working days.
In an emergency abroad? Do not wait for an email reply. Call the 24/7 consular line on +258 858818074.
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 Maputo, 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 Mozambique.
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