Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta paid a courtesy call on German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Bellevue Palace in Berlin.
In photos shared on Monday, February 17, the former head of state was warmly received at the German presidential residence, where the two leaders engaged in cordial discussions.
Accompanying Kenyatta during the visit was Kenya’s Ambassador to Germany, Stella Mokaya Orina, who also serves as Kenya’s envoy to Poland and the Czech Republic.
However, details of the discussions were not disclosed by the Office of the 4th President.
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This meeting came about two months after he hosted senior Western diplomats at his Gatundu home.
On December 11, 2024, Uhuru met separately with Marc Dillard, the new Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Kenya and Neil Wigan, the UK High Commissioner to Kenya.
Their discussions centered around the Nairobi Peace Process and broader regional peace initiatives, underscoring Uhuru's influence in fostering stability in East Africa.
Prior to this meeting, Uhuru had on December 9, 2024, met with President William Ruto at his Gatundu home.
According to State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, the two leaders discussed several issues including the formation of IEBC and Raila Odinga's candidature at the African Union.
"Their Excellencies also acknowledged Kenya’s leading role in promoting peace and security in the East African region through diplomatic and peace-support initiatives, which are crucial to resolving conflicts, restoring peace, and fostering regional stability. President Ruto commended President Kenyatta for his patriotism and tireless contributions to peace-making efforts in the region.
"President Ruto and President Kenyatta further called for the prompt resolution of the court matters regarding the constitution of the IEBC selection panel, to facilitate the appointment of commissioners," part of the statement read.
