NANYUKI, Kenya, Jul 14 – British High Commissioner to Kenya Matt Baugh has assured Kenyans that the United Kingdom government is investigating allegations of atrocities committed by British troops during military training exercises in Kenya. …
… — The United Kingdom is deepening its security partnership with Kenya beyond traditional counterterrorism operations to tackle emerging threats including cybercrime, artificial intelligence (AI) risks and organised immigration crime, British High Commissioner to Kenya Matt Baugh …
… e United Kingdom and Kenya have begun negotiations on a landmark Digital Trade Agreement aimed at expanding cross-border digital commerce, reducing barriers for businesses and cementing Kenya’s position as Africa’s “Silicon Savannah,” British High Commissioner to Kenya Matt Baugh …
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 13 — One year after Kenya and the United Kingdom signed a landmark Strategic Partnership, British High Commissioner to Kenya Matt Baugh says the relationship has evolved from diplomatic commitments into tangible economic gains, with bilateral trade surpassing …
… "Whether we are protecting homes, schools, farms or football pitches, investing in adaptation is investing in people's ability to live safely and with dignity in a changing climate.” Matt Baugh, British High Commissioner to Kenya, said: “Tonight's event is about a very simple que …
… s football creates for young people every day,” he said.“As East Africa prepares to host AFCON 2027, we have a unique opportunity to ensure the tournament leaves a legacy that strengthens and protects the places where the game begins.”British High Commissioner to Kenya Matt Baugh …
… s football creates for young people every day,” he said.“As East Africa prepares to host AFCON 2027, we have a unique opportunity to ensure the tournament leaves a legacy that strengthens and protects the places where the game begins.”British High Commissioner to Kenya Matt Baugh …
… o receives three new Ambassadors posted to Kenya By PCS May 06, 2026 05:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto with Ambassadors Paulo Neves Pocinho of the Republic of Portugal, Matt Baugh …
Britain's High Commissioner assures Kenya that the UK government is investigating allegations of atrocities committed by British troops during military training exercises, and reaffirmed London's commitment to cooperate with Kenyan authorities on human rights violations and environmental degradation linked to British soldiers' activities.
Britain's High Commissioner assures Kenya that the UK government is investigating allegations of atrocities committed by British troops during military training exercises, and reaffirmed London's commitment to cooperate with Kenyan authorities on human rights violations and environmental degradation linked to British soldiers' activities.
The British High Commissioner to Kenya, Matt Baugh, visited Laikipia County to discuss UK partnerships including the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK). The delegation opened a new dining room and assembly hall at Temmakis Primary School, built by BATUK.
The British High Commissioner to Kenya says the UK is expanding its security partnership with Kenya to address cybercrime, artificial intelligence risks, and organised immigration crime, beyond traditional counterterrorism operations. The partnership, formalized in the UK-Kenya Strategic Partnership signed in July 2025, aims to support Kenya's security priorities across the Horn of Africa region.
The United Kingdom and Kenya have begun negotiations on a Digital Trade Agreement aimed at expanding cross-border digital commerce and reducing business barriers. The agreement is the next phase of the UK-Kenya Strategic Partnership signed in July 2025, and is expected to simplify digital trade, support innovation and improve market access for both countries.
One year after signing a Strategic Partnership, Kenya and the UK have seen bilateral trade exceed Sh340 billion for the first time, with British companies employing approximately 250,000 Kenyans and infrastructure projects expected to create over 100,000 jobs. The partnership includes flagship initiatives such as an infrastructure investment fund at the Nairobi Securities Exchange and the Nairobi Railway City project, backed by approximately £150 million.
A climate analysis presented at the British High Commission in Nairobi warns that extreme weather is already disrupting community football pitches in Mathare and could worsen significantly; by 2100, major storm rainfall in the area could increase by as much as 68 per cent, the analysis by Football for Future and Jupiter Intelligence found.
A climate analysis by Football for Future and Jupiter Intelligence warns that extreme weather is already disrupting grassroots football facilities in Mathare and could worsen significantly in coming decades, with projections including up to 68 per cent increase in major storm rainfall by 2100, doubled heat stress by 2040, and 345 per cent increase in water stress.
A climate analysis by Football for Future and Jupiter Intelligence warns that extreme weather is already disrupting community football pitches in Mathare and could worsen significantly. The study projects that extreme rainfall could increase by 68 per cent by 2100, heat stress could double by 2040, and water stress could rise by 345 per cent.
Spearhead Africa Asset Management has listed the Spearhead Africa Infrastructure Fund (SAIF) on the NSE, raising KSh 3.4 billion from institutional investors including CPF Group and UK Government support. SAIF is a listed infrastructure debt fund that will invest in senior debt for private-sector-led projects across East Africa in sectors including renewable energy, digital infrastructure, logistics and electrification.
President William Ruto received Letters of Credence from three new ambassadors at State House in Nairobi on Wednesday: Paulo Neves Pocinho (Portugal), Matt Baugh (United Kingdom), and Gabriel Pandureni Sinimbo (Namibia).
President William Ruto on Wednesday received Letters of Credence from three newly appointed envoys — Ambassador Paulo Neves Pocinho of Portugal, High Commissioner Matt Baugh of the United Kingdom, and Ambassador Gabriel Pandureni Sinimbo of Namibia — during a ceremony at State House. Ruto welcomed the diplomats and urged them to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations between Kenya and their respective countries.