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Korir Sing'oei

Also known as: Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary · Dr. Korir Sing'Oei · Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Dr. Korir Sing'Oei · Singoei · Dr. Korir Singoei · PS Singoei · PS Sing'oei

Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary who has engaged in regional diplomacy, addressed xenophobia concerns, and advocated for African debt relief.

2026-04-292026-09-29

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … Korir Sing'Oei reassured the Burundians working in Kenya that the operation targets those without proper documentation. …

    Kalonzo claims Ruto targeting Burundian traders over alleged opposition links
  3. Citizen Digital

    Kenya positions itself as regional investment hub in talks with US business delegation By Idah Kithinji September 10, 2026 09:09 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing'oei meets U.S. …

    Kenya positions itself as regional investment hub in talks with US business delegation
  4. Citizen Digital

    … Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui also warned Kenyans against xenophobic behaviour, while Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'Oei sought to reassure the Burundian community in Kenya. …

    Roadside declarations: How Ruto's remarks fuel public confusion
  5. The Standard

    … Government spokesperson Charles Owino has since said the crackdown is not a blanket ban on foreign nationals, announcing a formal registration window for undocumented East African Community citizens living in the country.Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei has said …

    How Kenya's trader crackdown risks becoming a refugee crisis
  6. Citizen Digital

    PS Sing'Oei apologises to Burundian community, pledges support for those returning home By Citizen Reporter September 07, 2026 10:11 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Foreign Affairs Princip …

    PS Sing'Oei apologises to Burundian community, pledges support for those returning home
  7. Citizen Digital

    Ruto statement on foreign hawkers taken out of context; PS Sing'oei says By Fridah Naliaka September 06, 2026 08:53 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei speaks …

    Ruto statement on foreign hawkers taken out of context; PS Sing'oei says
  8. August 2026
  9. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeKenya has called on African nations to unite and negotiate as one bloc, arguing the continent pays $75 billion (Sh9.7 trillion) a year in inflated interest as a "trust tax." Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei made the remarks on Friday at the clos …

    Kenya calls for united African front against costly debt
  10. Citizen Digital

    PS Singoei calls for cut to Africa's borrowing costs at AfCoDD VI By Citizen Reporter August 28, 2026 03:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei speaks at an in …

    PS Singoei calls for cut to Africa's borrowing costs at AfCoDD VI
  11. The Standard

    In July, Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing'Oei landed in Australia under the country's Special Visitors Programme, an invitation Canberra reserves for leaders it considers strategic partners. …

    Value of diaspora in economic diplomacy
  12. Citizen Digital

    … Korir Sing'oei presided over the inauguration of the mission, describing it as a significant milestone in Kenya's engagement with one of China's most economically vibrant regions. …

    Kenya opens Guangzhou consulate to boost trade and support diaspora

Thursday 10 September

  1. Kalonzo alleges Ruto targeting Burundian traders for opposition ties

    Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka claims President Ruto's directive against foreigners in small businesses is politically motivated, alleging the government turned against Burundian nationals after discovering some supported the opposition rather than registering as Ruto voters.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya pitches itself as regional hub to US business delegation

    Kenya's Foreign Affairs PS hosted a U.S. Chamber of Commerce and U.S.-Africa Business Center delegation in Nairobi, positioning the country as a market and strategic hub for value addition and technology transfer while encouraging American businesses to use Kenya as a base for accessing East African markets.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Ruto's public statements create confusion, requiring damage control

    President William Ruto's recent public remarks, including a directive that triggered anxiety among Burundian nationals and statements on tax thresholds for traders, have sparked confusion and forced government officials into damage-control mode.

    9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Kenya's trader crackdown risks confusing refugees with undocumented workers

    A refugee agency has warned that Kenya's crackdown on undocumented foreign traders risks fuelling xenophobia by failing to distinguish legally protected refugees from undocumented traders. The directive, issued by President William Ruto on September 2, required undocumented foreigners to regularise their status or leave by September 7, triggering confusion and panic despite later government clarification.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 7 September

  1. PS Sing'Oei apologises to Burundian community in Kenya

    Kenya's Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Dr. Korir Sing'Oei has apologised to Burundian nationals in Kenya over attacks linked to the government's crackdown on undocumented foreign traders, pledging enhanced security in areas with large Burundian populations. He acknowledged that poor communication around the directive, which targeted unlicensed small business operators, left some Burundians vulnerable to attacks from neighbours who misunderstood the policy.

    7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Ruto's foreign hawkers statement taken out of context, PS says

    Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei says reports that President Ruto ordered a crackdown on foreigners operating small businesses in Kenya are inaccurate, with the PS clarifying that Kenya is open to trade by foreign nationals who have proper documentation and necessary approvals.

    6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 29 August

  1. Kenya urges African nations to unite on debt negotiations

    At a conference in Nairobi, Kenya's Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary called for African nations to negotiate as a single bloc to reduce the $75 billion annual "trust tax" (inflated interest) the continent pays. Africa spends $90 billion yearly on debt service, more than aid and climate finance combined, with 22 countries in debt distress.

    29 August 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 28 August

  1. PS Singoei calls for Africa's borrowing costs to be reduced

    Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Singoei told delegates at the sixth African Conference on Debt and Development in Nairobi that Africa pays an extra $75 billion annually in inflated risk premiums despite defaulting on debt less than commonly perceived, and called for the continent's borrowing premium to be cut by 200 basis points over the next three to four years.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 10 August

  1. Kenya should strategically engage diaspora for economic diplomacy

    An opinion piece argues that Kenya treats economic diplomacy as episodic rather than systematic infrastructure, citing the Foreign Affairs PS's recent visit to Australia as an example of intentional diplomacy, but noting that sustained diaspora engagement — as practiced by countries like South Korea and India — remains underdeveloped.

    10 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Kenya inaugurates Guangzhou consulate for trade and diaspora support

    Kenya has opened a Consulate General in Guangzhou to strengthen trade and investment ties with China and provide consular services to Kenyans in southern China. Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Dr. Korir Sing'oei presided over the inauguration, describing it as a significant milestone in Kenya's engagement with one of China's most economically vibrant regions.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya opens consulate in Guangzhou to strengthen China trade

    Kenya has inaugurated a new Consulate General in Guangzhou to deepen trade ties with China and bring consular services closer to Kenyans in the south. The consulate covers Guangdong, Fujian and Hainan Provinces and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, and will serve Kenyans in the region while supporting Chinese partners engaged in trade and investment with Kenya.

    4 August 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 1 August

  1. Kenya elected to International Seabed Authority council

    Kenya has been elected to the Council of the International Seabed Authority for the 2027–2030 term, following a vote at the ISA Assembly's 31st Session in Kingston, Jamaica. Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei said the election reflects international confidence in Kenya's commitment to ocean governance and the sustainable management of marine resources.

    1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Kenya seeks trade and investment ties with Australia

    Kenya's Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Dr. Korir Sing'Oei concluded a visit to Australia under the country's Special Visitors Programme, aimed at unlocking new trade, investment and employment opportunities. The visit included discussions with Australian officials and industry leaders on expanding trade, investment, research partnerships and skills development in areas including mining, renewable energy, agriculture, and digital technology.

    29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Government calls on regulators to rebuild public trust before summit

    Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi has urged Kenya's regulatory agencies to spearhead efforts to rebuild public confidence in governance ahead of the inaugural Global Trust Summit scheduled for October. Mudavadi said strong, credible institutions are the foundation of public trust and national development, and urged regulators to identify measurable reforms that will improve service delivery and strengthen public confidence.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 28 June

  1. Kenya's Foreign Affairs PS urges DRC Leopards to promote peace

    Kenya's Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Korir Sing'oei has called on the Democratic Republic of Congo national football team to use their historic FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification as a unifying force for peace in the Eastern DRC, following the team's dramatic 3-1 comeback victory over Uzbekistan.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 25 June

  1. Kenya joins UAE visa-on-arrival scheme for eligible passport holders

    Kenyans holding ordinary passports with valid residence permits from the US, UK, EU member states, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada are now eligible for either 14-day or 60-day visas on arrival in the UAE. Kenya is among six countries newly added to the scheme, which also extends to accompanying family members meeting the same eligibility requirements.

    25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 15 June

  1. Israel lifts Kenya from Ebola-related entry restrictions

    Israel has reversed its decision to include Kenya on a list of countries subject to Ebola-related entry restrictions, announced through a directive dated June 10, 2026. Kenya's Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs welcomed the move and expressed gratitude for Israel's decision.

    15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya protests Israel travel ban over Ebola outbreak

    Kenya's government has expressed displeasure with Israel's decision to impose travel restrictions on Kenyan citizens following an Ebola outbreak in the region. Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei argued that Kenya had not reported any Ebola cases and noted the country's support for regional surveillance and response efforts, with over 80,000 tests conducted.

    15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Israel removes Kenya, Rwanda from Ebola travel restrictions

    Israel lifted temporary Ebola-related travel restrictions on Kenya and Rwanda after Kenya's Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary condemned the restrictions as damaging to bilateral ties. Uganda, South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo remain on the restricted list.

    15 June 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 11 June

  1. South Sudanese whistleblower reported abducted in Kenya

    Athorbey Al-Gaddhaffy-Dit, a South Sudanese whistleblower who made corruption allegations, was taken by armed, masked individuals in Nairobi early Tuesday and, according to his wife, transported to Juba. His wife told Reuters she does not know his current whereabouts in Juba and is concerned for his wellbeing.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. PS Sing'Oei defends Kenya's mediation role in Sudan conflict

    Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'Oei defended the government's involvement in Sudan's peace mediation through IGAD, stating that Kenya has provided shelter to displaced persons and political actors fleeing the conflict, including some who were facilitated with Kenyan travel documents.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 10 May

  1. Africa Forward Summit promotes fair economic partnerships

    The Africa Forward Summit, bringing together about 3,000 participants, is expected to promote a new relationship between Africa and its international partners, especially in economic growth and investments. African countries hope to use the opportunity to push for partnerships that create jobs, industries and local value instead of simply exporting raw commodities.

    10 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Kenya's foreign policy actors need better judgment and oversight

    An opinion piece argues that recent actions by Kenya's foreign affairs officials—including a PS's tweet on Iran that contradicted stated neutrality, and the President's comments about Nigeria's English—reveal gaps in communication judgment and systemic foreign policy weaknesses.

    29 April 2026 · The Standard →

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