NAIROBI, Kenya — Germany’s Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Johann Wadephul, has arrived in Kenya for a two-day official visit aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
The German Foreign Minister, who is accompanied by a high-level business delegation, is expected to hold bilateral talks with Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi, and pay a courtesy call on President William Ruto.
The visit is part of ongoing efforts by Nairobi and Berlin to strengthen political, economic, and development partnerships anchored on shared values and mutual strategic interests.
According to Kenya’s Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, discussions during the visit will focus on expanding cooperation in labour mobility, climate change and adaptation, renewable energy, technology transfer, regional peace and security, and multilateral engagement.
The presence of a German business delegation underscores the economic dimension of the visit, with both sides seeking to unlock new investment opportunities and strengthen private sector participation in Kenya’s development agenda.
Germany remains one of Kenya’s key development and trade partners, particularly in renewable energy, climate resilience, vocational training, and development cooperation.
Berlin has also been a strong supporter of Kenya’s climate diplomacy, including the country’s leadership role in global climate negotiations.
Labour mobility is expected to feature prominently in the talks, following Germany’s recent reforms aimed at attracting skilled workers from partner countries.
Kenya has positioned itself as a source of trained labour in sectors such as healthcare, engineering, and technical trades.
Climate action and renewable energy cooperation will also be central to the discussions, as Kenya continues to advance its green energy agenda and position itself as a regional hub for clean power.
Germany has previously supported Kenya’s geothermal, wind, and solar projects through financing and technical assistance.
Regional peace and security issues, particularly in the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes region, are also expected to be discussed.
Kenya plays a key diplomatic role in regional mediation efforts, while Germany remains an influential actor within the European Union’s foreign policy framework.
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Dr. Wadephul was received by Kenya’s Ambassador to Germany, Amb. Stella Mokaya Orina, and Judy Njau, Deputy Director-General at the Europe and Commonwealth Directorate in the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs.
The visit comes at a time when Kenya is seeking to expand strategic partnerships beyond traditional aid, with a growing emphasis on trade, investment, and technology-driven development.
The outcomes of the meetings are expected to shape future cooperation frameworks and signal renewed momentum in bilateral ties between Nairobi and Berlin.
