Current affairs
Kenya avoided post-election violence and is now facing new beginnings
According to Ambassador of Finland to Nairobi Pirkka Tapiola, Kenya is leading the way for economic and regional development in Eastern Africa. Kenya is now on the brink of new beginnings after presidential elections that were exceptionally peaceful.
Drought in Horn of Africa is a race against time – “Help us now”, humanitarian aid leaders are appealing
The Horn of Africa is battling with a historic drought that threatens the lives of millions of people. More funding is urgently needed for both emergency relief and long-term solutions. Finland, too, has increased its support to the region.
Finland becomes a NATO invitee
The NATO member countries signed the Accession Protocols concerning Finland’s and Sweden’s NATO membership at NATO Headquarters in Brussels on 5 February, making Finland and Sweden invitees of the Alliance. The Accession Protocols must next be ratified in each member country for Finland and Sweden to become members.
FINNISH FUND FOR LOCAL COOPERATION GUIDELINES (FLC) 2022 - 2024
The Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) is a development cooperation instrument managed by the Embassy of Finland in Nairobi. The objective of the fund is to support Finland’s development objectives as per the bilateral development cooperation Country Programme, but also the broader Country Strategy for Kenya.