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Kuhusu misheni

Kuhusu Misheni ya Kudumu ya Kenya New York

Misheni ya Kudumu ya Kenya jijini New York inaiwakilisha Jamhuri ya Kenya katika mashirika ya kimataifa yaliyoko huko.

Misheni ya Kudumu ya Kenya jijini New York ni ujumbe wa Jamhuri ya Kenya kwa mashirika ya kimataifa yaliyoko huko.

Inaendeleza misimamo ya Kenya katika ajenda ya kimataifa, inafanya kazi na wajumbe washirika kuhusu vipaumbele vya pamoja, na inaripoti kwa Wizara ya Mambo ya Nje na Diaspora jijini Nairobi.

Kuhusu misheni hii

Who we are

Misheni yetu

To project, promote and protect Kenya's interests and values within the multilateral framework of the United Nations and contribute towards a just, peaceful and equitable society.

Our vision

To be a centre of excellence in pursuit of Kenya's interests within the multilateral framework of the United Nations.

Our values

  • Guided by Article 10(2) and Article 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, the Mission upholds:
  • Patriotism — actively fostering loyalty and dedication to Kenya, protecting national interests and safeguarding its sovereignty and brand.
  • Integrity — adhering to ethical principles, honesty and consistency in both private and public spheres.
  • Sustainable Development — supporting resource use that meets present needs without compromising future generations.
  • Good Governance — accountability, transparency and judicious management of staff and resources.
  • Inclusiveness — providing customers, staff and stakeholders the opportunity to participate in decisions that affect them.
  • Professionalism — a skilled staff committed to performance, responsibility and teamwork.

Our history

  1. 1963

    Kenya joined membership of the United Nations on 16th December 1963, effected by the General Assembly resolution A/RES/1976(XVIII) on the recommendation of the Security Council S/RES/185(1963).

  2. 1970–1972

    Kenya has held membership in ECOSOC in 1970-1972, 1974-1977, 1981-1983, 1989-1991, 2003-2005 and 2019-2021.

  3. 1973–1974

    Kenya has held membership in the UNSC in 1973-1974, 1997-1998, and 2021-2022

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Mamlaka Yetu

What we are here to do

The Permanent Mission of the Republic of Kenya to the United Nations serves as Kenya's delegation to the UN. Its main objective is to advance Kenya's political, economic, social, legal and environmental interests at the United Nations. The Mission addresses a wide range of Kenya's Foreign Policy objectives, including:

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  1. Promoting sustainable development; Pursuit of global and regional peace and security; Protecting Kenya's sovereignty and territorial integrity; Social, humanitarian and human rights issues; and Enhancing Kenya's global profile and influence through lobbying for Kenya candidatures and strategic placement in the international system, and strengthening of the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON). This is achieved through diplomatic activities including dialogue, discussions, meetings, negotiations, lobbying and daily monitoring of UN activities. The Mission promotes multilateral and bilateral relations with representatives of UN Member States and Observer Missions, the UN Secretariat, UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes, and Intergovernmental Organizations. It also works in cooperation with International Non-Governmental Organisations (INGOs) and stakeholders with observer status with ECOSOC, and is mandated to enhance public and cultural diplomacy, diaspora and stakeholder engagement, and the provision of consular services
Service delivery charter

What to expect from us

HudumaWhat you bringFeeTimeline
Facilitation of Kenya's Participation in UN Conferences, Events, and CommitteesOfficial delegation list / relevant nominationsNilAs per UN calendar; at least 10 days prior
Lobby for Kenya's Individual and Country Candidatures to UN Organs and BodiesNomination Curriculum Vitae Cabinet Approval (where applicable)NilAt least six (6) months before election/appointment date
Facilitation of Meetings with UN Agencies, Missions and StakeholdersRequest letter specifying purpose, participants and timingNilSend request within two (2) working days
Dissemination of InformationRequest for information where applicableNilPromptly / within one (1) working day For queries requiring extensive consultation, an initial reply shall be given indicating when full response should be expected
Provide Diplomatic and Protocol Services (e.g. accreditation support)Formal request letter, supporting documentationNilWithin two (2) working days
Payment of Goods and ServicesPurchase / Service Order Delivery note / Certification of service Inspection notes / Certification of serviceNilWithin fourteen (14) working days upon receipt of requisite documents
Respond to Correspondences (letters, note verbales, emails etc.)Receipt of correspondences NilNilWithin three (3) working days for letters and note verbales Within two (2) working days for emails For complex issues, an initial reply will be given indicating when full response should be expected
Heads of mission

Those who have served

  1. 1963–1970

    Amb. Burudi Nabwera

  2. 1970–1973

    Amb. Joseph Gordon Odero-Jowi

  3. 1974–1982

    Amb. Charles Gatere Maina

  4. 1982–1984

    Amb. Wafula Wabuge

  5. 1984–1988

    Amb. Raphael Muli Kiilu

  6. 1988–1991

    Amb. Michael George Okeyo

  7. 1992–1993

    Amb. Ochieng Adala

  8. 1993–1996

    Amb. Francis Kirimi Muthaura

  9. 1996–1999

    Amb. Njuguna Moses Mahugu

  10. 1999–2001

    Amb. Fares Michael Kuindwa

  11. 2001–2003

    Amb. Bob Francis Jalang’o

  12. 2003–2006

    Amb. Judith Mbula Bahemuka

  13. 2006–2010

    Amb. Zachary Dominic Muburi-Muita

  14. 2010–2018

    Amb. Macharia Kamau

  15. 2018–2020

    Lazarus Ombai Amayo

  16. 2020–2024

    Martin Kimani

Kazi Yetu

Kenya katika Umoja wa Mataifa

Misheni ya Kudumu ya Kenya inaiwakilisha Jamhuri ya Kenya mbele ya Umoja wa Mataifa na mashirika mengine ya mfumo wa kimataifa yaliyoko New York. Tunapeleka misimamo ya Kenya kwenye mazungumzo, tunatetea maslahi yetu ya kitaifa na tunafanya kazi na wajumbe washirika ili kuunda maamuzi yanayofika mbali zaidi ya mji mkuu wowote mmoja.

Taasisi tunazowakilisha Kenya ndani yake

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The people

Our team

Uongozi wa misheni

Portrait of H.E. Mr. Ekitela Lokaale

H.E. Mr. Ekitela Lokaale

Mkuu wa Misheni
Potrait of Amb. Yabesh O. Monari, MBS

Ms. Monari Yabesh.

Naibu Mwakilishi wa Kudumu

Mission team

Mr. Jacob Ondari

Minister/Head of Chancery

Ms. Mercy Odongo

Waziri

Dr. Roselyn Anjalo

Waziri

Col. Safe Adan

Defence Advisor

Ms. Lydia Tsuma

Financial Attache

Ms. Irene Momanyi

Minister Cousellor

Lt. Col Hellen Kariuki

Assistant Defence Advisor

Ms. Alice Ngethe

Administrative Attache

Mr. Kidali F. Kimbio

Minister Cousellor

Ms. Mary Illavuna

Administrative Attache

Mr. Sammy Kiio

Second Secretary

Mr. Kevin Munene

Second Secretary

Mr. Josephine Nyakiamo

Second Secretary

Mr. Lemmy Sirma

Third Secretary

Ms. Belinda Ojow

Records Attache
For Kenyans abroad

Diaspora

Jisajili na misheni

Be counted and reachable for updates, alerts and assistance.

Ustawi na urejeshaji nchini

Support for Kenyan workers and citizens in distress.

Nafasi

Scholarships, jobs and calls open to the diaspora.

Habari & Matukio

Community events and updates from the mission in New York.

Majibu

Maswali Yanayoulizwa Mara kwa Mara

Can the Permanent Mission help with passports, visas or other consular services?
No. A Permanent Mission represents Kenya at the international organisations seated in New York and has no public consular counter. For consular services, contact the Kenya Consulate General in Los Angeles.
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Kenyan public holidays
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