Among the new appointments, Kosiom Frank Ole Kibelekenya has been nominated as Kenya’s Ambassador to Copenhagen, in the Kingdom of Denmark.
President William Ruto has unveiled new appointments and redeployments within Kenya’s Foreign Service, a move aimed at boosting the nation’s diplomatic presence abroad.
In a statement from the Executive Office of the President, the changes were described as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen representation in Kenya’s missions, which now span seventy-two countries and territories.
“These changes comprise nominations for appointments to newly established missions as sanctioned by Cabinet, and the filling of vacancies arising from the end of tenure of serving diplomats,” the statement noted.
Among the new appointments, Kosiom Frank Ole Kibelekenya has been nominated as Kenya’s Ambassador to Copenhagen, in the Kingdom of Denmark. Elias Bare Shill has been appointed Deputy Ambassador to Mogadishu, Federal Republic of Somalia.
Additionally, Ambassador Joseph Warui has been redeployed to Moscow, Russia Federation, while Ambassador Mohammed Hussein Nur is set to take up his post in Dar es Salaam, the United Republic of Tanzania.
The President has also submitted one nomination to Parliament for consideration. “His Excellency the president has transmitted the nomination of the full Ambassador to the National Assembly for consideration and approval by Parliament,” the statement said.
The announcement, signed by Chief of Staff and Head of the Public Service Felix Koskei, reflects the administration’s continued commitment to maintaining a strong and capable diplomatic service.
By Eastleigh Voice