Kenya, Korea seek to deepen ties through technology, investment

Kenya and South Korea are aiming to strengthen their longstanding relationship by transitioning from traditional aid to technology, innovation and investment. At the Kenya-Korea Cultural and Networking Forum 2026, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi emphasized that the two countries, having shared a journey since Kenya's independence over six decades ago, now prioritize economic transformation over aid to define their partnership.

Mudavadi highlighted that this experience offers Kenya valuable lessons from Korea's development journey, underscoring the immense potential for Kenya to attain economic transformation. He further stated that this partnership is integral to shaping Kenya's future beyond Vision 2030. "Together, we must strengthen these networks and connections to advance shared opportunities and deepen sustainable prosperity for our peoples," Mudavadi noted.

He also mentioned that over 2,400 Kenyan public sector leaders, policy experts, technical specialists, and corporate leaders have benefited from training programs by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and are now part of this valuable alumni network. The Kenya-Korea Cultural and Networking Forum 2026 provided a platform for connection, exchange of perspectives, and laying the groundwork for advancing bilateral relations and people-to-people relations between the two nations.