Kenya–United Kingdom relations

Kenya–United Kingdom relations

Kenya

United Kingdom
Diplomatic mission
High Commission of Kenya, LondonHigh Commission of the United Kingdom, Nairobi
Envoy
High Commissioner Manoah EsipisuHigh Commissioner Jane Marriott

The Republic of Kenya and the United Kingdom maintain the international and bilateral relations. The UK governed Kenya from 1895 to 1963, when it achieved full independence. Following its independence, Kenya and the United Kingdom established diplomatic relations in 1963.

Both countries share common membership of the Commonwealth, the World Health Organization, and the World Trade Organization. Bilaterally the two countries have an Economic Partnership Agreement, a Defence Cooperation Agreement, a Development Partnership, a Double Taxation Agreement, and an Investment Agreement.