Kenya to host Commonwealth Speakers’ Conference in May 2027

Kenya plans to host the Commonwealth Speakers’ Conference in May 2027, according to National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Shollei. Speaking on October 11, 2026, Shollei shared that Kenya had been competing for the opportunity to host the event, which will gather speakers from parliaments across Commonwealth nations. She emphasized that the conference would provide Kenya with a platform to welcome parliamentary leaders from member states and highlight the country as a welcoming destination for these leaders.

Shollei believes that hosting the conference will strengthen Kenya's trade ties and make the nation an appealing destination for international visitors, potentially leading to more tourism and business opportunities. She also highlighted that such events can contribute to job creation by increasing demand for various services, benefiting from the presence of visiting delegations.

Additionally, the conference aims to bolster Kenya's international standing while generating economic opportunities for businesses and workers. Meanwhile, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula recently arrived in Beijing, China, to participate in the Legislators Forum for Friendly Exchanges. The forum, which convenes over 60 legislators and former legislators from five continents, focuses on fostering dialogue, cooperation, global peace, and development among parliamentary leaders.

Wetang'ula expressed that the gathering provides Kenya with a chance to enhance relations with China's National People’s Congress and other legislatures. He also mentioned that the forum would enable Kenyan representatives to share insights on lawmaking and governance while exploring potential areas of cooperation to support the country's development goals.