Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in Japan

29/05/2026

Kenya has been ranked the 11th best outsourcing destination globally and 3rd in Africa in the Ataraxis Global Outsourcing Talent Index 2026, affirming our country’s rising position as a leading global digital and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) hub.

The ranking recognizes Kenya’s competitive labor force, strong English proficiency, growing digital infrastructure, and vibrant technology ecosystem.

While the report highlights the need to further scale talent availability, it confirms that Kenya is firmly on course to becoming a premier destination for digital jobs, innovation, and global services exports under our Digital Superhighway agenda.

https://ataraxismgmt.com/global-outsourcing-talent-index/

28/05/2026

The Embaasy hosted senior officials of the Kenya Pipeline Corporation-KPC led by Mr. Pius Mwemdwa Acting Managing Director.

The team are in Japan to promote partnerships with Japanese technology companies to improve business systems and discuss potential areas of collaboration in new areas.

Moi Lemoshira
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Kenya
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Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency

28/05/2026

BUB Resort is seeking to establish its presence in Kenya to take advantage of the increasing attractiveness of MagicalKenya in Japan and Asia in general. The company owns several hotels in Japan.

Earlier today, Ambassador Moi Lemoshira held discussions with Ms Han Munyu Corporate Affairs and Mr Morris Gichuki, Business Development. The Embassy will support the company to undertake the second visit to Kenya to evaluate alternative locations and familiarise with the relevant laws and procedures on investment in the Kenya tourism sector.

In attendance was Ms Jennifer Njuguna, First Counsellor

26/05/2026

Ambassador Moi Lemoshira yesterday joined other Heads of Mission of African countries in Japan in welcoming Her Excellency Ms Sanae Takaichi, Prime Minister of Japan who was Special Guest at the celebrations of the Africa Day 2026.

During this precedential occurrence, Prime Minister Takaichi reaffirmed Japan' unwavering commitment to its partnership with Africa.

Below the video of the Statement.

https://www.kantei.go.jp/jp/105/actions/202605/25africaday.html

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25/05/2026

The Embassy wishes to inform the public that the applications for the 2026 Hiroshima Global Youth Forum are open until Sunday, 31st May 2026. The program is open to high school students both in Japan and abroad.

For more detail, please refer to the link below;
https://www.kenyarep-jp.com/en/news/3854/

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Kenya
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Kenyans in Japan Association - KIJA

22/05/2026

Ambassador Moi Lemoshira joined H.E. Hon Tomoaki SHIMADA, Parliamentary, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan (centre with yellow striped tie) during the graduation ceremony of Foreign Service officers and other public officials from 32 countries. Mr. John Mutiso Masila (left 2nd row) is the 8th officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Kenya to participate in the 8 months course held at the Japan Foundation Japanese International Language Centre in Osaka.

Amb. Lemoshira who was the first attendee in 1995 congratulated Mr Masila for his achievement and impressive valedictorian moment.

The Embaasy looks forward to support the increasingly number of Kenyan officials and private students joining Japanese learning institutions.

20/05/2026

The Embassy paid a courtesy call on Fire Chief Hiromi ICHIKAWA of the Tokyo Fire Department on 21st April 2026. Ambassador Moi Lemoshira was accompanied by Ms. Jennifer Njuguna, First Counsellor, Col. Joan Kwambai, Defence attaché and Ms. Kanako Sugai, Tourism Assistant.

During the meeting, Amb. Lemoshira and Fire Chief Ichikawa exchanged views on future cooperation and possible collaboration in the field of firefighting and disaster management.

The Embassy appreciates Hon. Akira Koiso, Special Advisor to the Liberal Democratic Party, Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly for his kind support and cooperation in facilitating the meeting.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Kenya
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Moi Lemoshira

18/05/2026

On 18th April 2026, Ambassador Moi Lemoshira accompanied by Ms. Jennifer Njuguna, First Counsellor and Ms. Kanako Sugai, Tourism Assistant and a former JICA Volunteer in Kenya participated in the celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers in Kenya and 10th Anniversary of Kenya JICA Volunteers Alumni Association. The event brought together people who have contributed to the friendship and cooperation between Kenya and Japan through volunteer activities and exchanges.

Amb. Lemoshira expressed his appreciation on behalf of the Government of Kenya for the dedication and contributions of the JICA volunteers over the past six decades. He emphasized the importance of people-to-people relations in further strengthening the partnership between Kenya and Japan and highlighted the role of the alumni association in maintaining connections with Kenya and promoting mutual understanding and exchange between the two countries.

The celebration was filled with warm conversations and memories of Kenya, reaffirming the strong bond between the people of Kenya and Japan.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Kenya

13/05/2026

01/05/2026

The Embassy wishes to inform the public that the applications for the 65th International Speech Contest in Japanese are open from Wednesday, 1st April to Friday, 31st July 2026.

For more details, please visit the following website.
https://www.iec-nichibei.or.jp/results/speechcontest65/

Kenyans in Japan Association - KIJA
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Kenya
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