28/05/2026
This morning, the High Commissioner of the Republic of Kenya to Uganda, H.E. Amb. Ababu Namwamba,EGH, received courtesy calls from the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Uganda Country Representative, Ms. Caroline Gathogo, and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Uganda Head of Office, Ms. Jeptum Bargoria.
At the Kenya High Commission in Kampala, the High Commissioner continues to advance the core diplomatic mission of deepening and expanding the strong bilateral ties between Kenya and Uganda, while steadfastly promoting Kenya’s strategic national interests.
Uganda remains Kenya Ports Authority’s leading transit cargo market, accounting for a significant share of cargo moving through the Port of Mombasa. With 67% of all cargo handled in Mombasa destined for Uganda, the country stands as Kenya’s foremost bilateral partner across key sectors, including trade, infrastructure connectivity, and cooperation in peace and security. The High Commission continues to take deliberate and coordinated measures to facilitate the smooth and efficient flow of cargo along the Northern Corridor, ensuring it remains the preferred trade route for regional integration and economic growth.
Additionally, the High Commissioner takes pride in reaffirming Kenya’s esteemed position as a key United Nations host country, and continues to strongly support the work of UN agencies, including UNODC, in advancing global peace, justice, and the rule of law.
Through such engagements, the High Commissioner’s leadership reflects a firm commitment to strengthening regional partnerships, enhancing economic diplomacy, and reinforcing Kenya’s role as a dependable hub for international cooperation.