The Embassy of Finland in Nairobi will be closed on 1 June in observance of Madaraka Day In case of emergency, please contact the Finnish Foreign Ministry´s emergency number +358 91605555 or [email protected]

World Press Freedom Day is celebrated on 3 May. The day reminds us of the importance of free and independent media as the foundation for democracy, the rule of law and an open society. Finland promotes media freedom, which is fundamental to freedom of speech and expression, as part of its foreign and security policy.