Neil Wigan (@fcdoneilwigan) 's Twitter Profile
Neil Wigan

@fcdoneilwigan

UK High Commissioner to Kenya. Former Ambassador to Israel, Somalia and DRC, and Africa Director at Foreign Office. Retweets not endorsements, just interesting.

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linkhttp://gov.uk/world/Kenya calendar_today02-07-2013 08:37:52

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UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช (@ukinkenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A warm welcome to Kenyans working on UK farms this season! The UK and Kenya are working together to create job opportunities for young Kenyans. Job creation is at the heart of the UK-Kenya economic partnership #TufauluPamoja #GoFarGoTogether ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง

UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช (@ukinkenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

โฌ‡๏ธ Neil Wigan & PS Korir Sing'Oei discussed close UK/Kenya partnership & we welcomed Kenyaโ€™s leadership of the Tumaini Initiative for South Sudan. On recent demonstrations, ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง emphasised the importance of right to peaceful protest & of journalists operating in safety.

Korir Sing'Oei (@singoeiakorir) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We welcome British Consulate NY ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง petition for Africaโ€™s permanent representation at the UN Security Council as a matter of great urgency. This call aligns with Africaโ€™s common position on UNSC reform. State Department for Foreign Affairs | Kenya

UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช (@ukinkenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Besides studies, Chevening Awards๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง scholars have many opportunities to experience UKโ€™s rich cultural diversity and make new friends ๐Ÿซถ. Just ask John Orimbo, a Kenyan scholar currently pursuing a Masterโ€™s degree course Uni of Birmingham. Applications now open chevening.org/apply

Besides studies, <a href="/CheveningFCDO/">Chevening Awards๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง</a> scholars have many opportunities to experience UKโ€™s rich cultural diversity and make new friends ๐Ÿซถ.

Just ask <a href="/orimbiumexe/">John Orimbo</a>, a Kenyan scholar currently pursuing a Masterโ€™s degree course <a href="/unibirmingham/">Uni of Birmingham</a>.

Applications now open chevening.org/apply
Neil Wigan (@fcdoneilwigan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We deeply value our security partnership with Kenya, which protects ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช and ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง citizens. A good practical discussion with Dr. Raymond Omollo โ€” CBS on deepening our co-operation, against terrorism, organised crime, money laundering, cyber-threats and more.

UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช (@ukinkenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This #HumanitarianDay, we recognise all the brave and dedicated humanitarians who are vital to our efforts. Busia was hit hard by flooding earlier this year. Our Humanitarian Advisor visited the County and shared her reflections on the impact of UK interventions. Watch below๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ:

UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช (@ukinkenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง is working with various partners in Kenya to boost the quality of research in: ๐Ÿ’‰ Health & life sciences ๐ŸŒฝ Agriculture & food security ๐ŸŒฑ Climate change & adaptation ๐ŸŽ“ Education & career pathways ๐Ÿ“ฒ Digital transformation & transport #NRF2024

The ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง is working with various partners in Kenya to boost the quality of research in:

๐Ÿ’‰ Health &amp; life sciences

๐ŸŒฝ Agriculture &amp; food security

๐ŸŒฑ Climate change &amp; adaptation

๐ŸŽ“ Education &amp; career pathways

๐Ÿ“ฒ Digital transformation &amp; transport

#NRF2024
UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช (@ukinkenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today, we flag off 30 Kenyan Chevening Awards๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง scholars set to start their Master's studies in universities across the ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง! 1๏ธโƒฃ5๏ธโƒฃ ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช Counties represented 2๏ธโƒฃ2๏ธโƒฃ ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Universities Will you be next? Start today: chevening.org/apply Applications close on 5 November.

Today, we flag off 30 Kenyan <a href="/CheveningFCDO/">Chevening Awards๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง</a> scholars set to start their Master's studies in universities across the ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง!

1๏ธโƒฃ5๏ธโƒฃ ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช Counties represented
2๏ธโƒฃ2๏ธโƒฃ ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง  Universities

Will you be next?
Start today: chevening.org/apply 
Applications close on 5 November.
Dr. Ali Maalim (@alimaalim) 's Twitter Profile Photo

1/ On behalf of H.E H.E Mohamed Adan Khalif EGH , I had the honor of joining H.E H.E Ahmed Abdullahi EGH of Wajir, DG H.E H.E Ahmed Muhumed (Caato) and H.E Neil Wigan, the British High Commissioner, Kenya, in the launch of the Inspired Program on Early Childhood Education (ECE) held at Grand Oasis.

1/ On behalf of H.E <a href="/MohamedAKhalif/">H.E Mohamed Adan Khalif</a> EGH , I had the honor of joining H.E <a href="/HEAhmedJiir/">H.E Ahmed Abdullahi</a> EGH of Wajir, DG H.E <a href="/HEamcaato/">H.E Ahmed Muhumed (Caato)</a> and H.E <a href="/FCDONeilWigan/">Neil Wigan</a>, the British High Commissioner, Kenya, in the launch of the Inspired Program on Early Childhood Education (ECE) held at Grand Oasis.
Neil Wigan (@fcdoneilwigan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Fascinating first visit to Wajir, to see UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช projects - from peacebuilding and SGBV to supporting livelhoods and primary education. Shukran to H.E Ahmed Abdullahi, our partners, and the impressive people we met - like the wonderful Wajir Womenโ€™s Council.

Fascinating first visit to Wajir, to see <a href="/UKinKenya/">UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช</a> projects - from peacebuilding and SGBV to supporting livelhoods and primary education. 

Shukran to <a href="/HEAhmedJiir/">H.E Ahmed Abdullahi</a>, our partners, and the impressive people we met - like the wonderful Wajir Womenโ€™s Council.
Neil Wigan (@fcdoneilwigan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It was good to discuss the ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช partnership with HE William Samoei Ruto, PhD from regional security to green growth. And a pleasure to be back in Kisumu.

Neil Wigan (@fcdoneilwigan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Short but sweet trip back to #Kisumu. I met HE William Samoei Ruto, PhD & Governor Gov. Anyang' Nyong'o And some very impressive women working on community peace building and against SGBV, supported by UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช And squeezed in a quick ride on Lake Victoria with Water Bus.

Short but sweet trip back to #Kisumu. I met HE <a href="/WilliamsRuto/">William Samoei Ruto, PhD</a> &amp; Governor <a href="/AnyangNyongo/">Gov. Anyang' Nyong'o</a> 
And some very impressive women working on community peace building and against SGBV, supported by <a href="/UKinKenya/">UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช</a> 
And squeezed in a quick ride on Lake Victoria with Water Bus.
H.E Salim_Mvurya (@waziri_mvurya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This afternoon, I was pleased to host His Excellency Neil Wigan, the United Kingdom (UK) Commissioner to Kenya, during a courtesy visit to my office. We reaffirmed our commitment to the ongoing implemention of the Kenya-UK Economic Partnership Agreement, a significant step that

This afternoon, I was pleased to host His Excellency Neil Wigan, the United Kingdom (UK) Commissioner to Kenya, during a courtesy visit to my office. 

We reaffirmed our commitment to the ongoing implemention of the Kenya-UK Economic Partnership Agreement, a significant step that
Ahmed Farah HSC (@ahmedfarah__) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today we signed a partnership agreement between TMA, KNCCI & KAM. Supported by UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช, this initiative aims at boosting involvement of SMEs in the AfCFTA Secretariat Official. TradeMark Africa reaffirms its commitment to supporting Kenyan SMEs capitalize on the vast opportunities within AfCFTA

Today we signed a partnership agreement between TMA, KNCCI &amp; KAM. Supported by <a href="/UKinKenya/">UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช</a>, this initiative aims at boosting involvement of SMEs in the <a href="/AfCFTA/">AfCFTA Secretariat Official</a>. 

<a href="/TradeMarkAfrica/">TradeMark Africa</a> reaffirms its commitment to supporting Kenyan SMEs capitalize on the vast opportunities within AfCFTA
The Earthshot Prize (@earthshotprize) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We're thrilled to welcome Wanjira Mathai to The Earthshot Prize Council. Wanjira has been a powerful advocate for sustainable development in Africa. Learn more about her mind-blowing achievements and the passion that drives her work...

We're thrilled to welcome <a href="/MathaiWanjira/">Wanjira Mathai</a> to The Earthshot Prize Council. Wanjira has been a powerful advocate for sustainable development in Africa.

Learn more about her mind-blowing achievements and the passion that drives her work...
Collins of Highbury (@lord_collins) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei following an attack by her ex-partner. The UK supports urgent action to end the global pandemic of gender-based violence & stands in solidarity with activists & survivors at the forefront of driving change.

UK in Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช (@ukinkenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Deeply saddened by news of pupils killed and injured by the fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy. We send our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of those who have lost their lives and all affected by this horrible tragedy.

Kalonzo Musyoka (@skmusyoka) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thank you, UK High Commissioner to Kenya, Neil Wigan, for inviting JUBILEE PARTYยฎ SG Hon. Jeremiah Kioni, House Minority Leader, and Kathiani MP Hon Robert Mbui.Mp.DML.N.A and me for lunch this afternoon. The discussions about the political climate here and in the UK were really informative. We

Thank you, UK High Commissioner to Kenya, <a href="/FCDONeilWigan/">Neil Wigan</a>, for inviting <a href="/JubileePartyK/">JUBILEE PARTYยฎ</a> SG <a href="/HonKioni/">Hon. Jeremiah Kioni</a>, House Minority Leader, and Kathiani MP <a href="/MbuiRobert/">Hon Robert Mbui.Mp.DML.N.A</a> and me for lunch this afternoon. 

The discussions about the political climate here and in the UK were really informative. 

We
David Lammy (@davidlammy) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The climate and nature crisis is the most profound and universal source of global disorder. We are resetting Britainโ€™s approach to this agenda. Climate and nature will be central to all the Foreign Office does. My speech at @KewGardens today: gov.uk/government/speโ€ฆ

The climate and nature crisis is the most profound and universal source of global disorder.

We are resetting Britainโ€™s approach to this agenda.

Climate and nature will be central to all the Foreign Office does.

My speech at @KewGardens today: gov.uk/government/speโ€ฆ