Kenya's top diplomat visits Moscow to shield citizens and boost ties
Kenya's Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Minister, Musalia Mudavadi, has begun a two-day official visit to Moscow. The trip focuses on protecting Kenyan citizens in Russia and strengthening ties between the two nations. High-level talks with Russian officials are scheduled to address key concerns, including education, labour, and security issues.
Mudavadi arrived in Moscow to meet senior Russian government figures, including Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. A central topic will be the welfare of Kenyans living, studying, and working in Russia. The government aims to create a clear framework to ensure their safety and prevent exploitation.
One urgent issue is the recruitment of Kenyans into the Russian military during the Ukraine war. Following discussions on March 16, 2026, both countries agreed that no Kenyan citizens would take part in the conflict. Mudavadi will reinforce this commitment and push for stricter measures against misleading job offers targeting Kenyans. Beyond security, the visit will explore partnerships in education, labour mobility, health, and infrastructure. Mudavadi plans to meet Russian ministers responsible for these sectors to expand opportunities for Kenyan students and workers. He will also deliver a public lecture at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO), outlining Kenya's foreign policy priorities. The trip underscores Kenya's efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation while safeguarding its citizens abroad.
The agreements reached during Mudavadi's visit will shape future relations between Kenya and Russia. A formal framework for citizen protection is expected, along with stronger cooperation in education and labour. The talks also aim to prevent further recruitment of Kenyans into foreign conflicts.
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