President William Ruto today held talks with Her Royal Highness Sophie Helen Rhys-Jones, the Duchess of Edinburgh, at State House Nairobi, where the two reaffirmed the strong diplomatic and economic ties between Kenya and the UK. Ruto said the partnership will focus on expanding trade, attracting new investments and deepening collaboration in key sectors that support economic growth and job creation. Ruto said trade between Kenya and the UK has continued to grow steadily, delivering mutual economic benefits. In 2025, Kenya exported goods worth Sh243 billion to the UK, compared to imports valued at Sh133 billion, resulting in a favourable trade balance for Kenya. The visit by the Duchess of Edinburgh reflects the deepening bilateral engagement between the two countries as they seek to broaden cooperation in trade, investment, climate action and development for the benefit of their people.

Source: The Star February 25, 2026 15:51 UTC