Kenya and Grenada have strengthened their diplomatic and economic partnership following the appointment of Kamal Shaileshbhai Shah as the Honorary Consul of Grenada to Kenya.
The appointment marks another milestone in growing relations between the two countries after President William Ruto and Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell agreed to deepen cooperation during the Africa-CARICOM Summit held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in September 2025.
Mudavadi welcomes stronger bilateral ties
Speaking after receiving Shah’s credentials in Nairobi, Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said the appointment reflects the shared commitment by Kenya and Grenada to expand cooperation across key sectors.
He noted that both countries have common ambitions of promoting sustainable development, economic transformation and stronger international partnerships.
Mudavadi said the new Honorary Consul will play a crucial role in enhancing bilateral relations while creating new opportunities for collaboration between the two nations.
Focus on trade, investment and innovation
The two countries are seeking to expand cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, education, financial services, agriculture, renewable energy, climate resilience and the blue economy.
Mudavadi said stronger partnerships would open new markets for Kenyan businesses, attract investment, create employment opportunities and promote closer people-to-people relations between Africa and the Caribbean.
He added that Shah’s office will also help advance cooperation in financial technology (FinTech), digital innovation, environmental sustainability and cultural exchanges.
Honorary Consulate expected to unlock opportunities
According to the Foreign Affairs Ministry, the establishment of Grenada’s Honorary Consulate in Kenya is expected to strengthen collaboration between public and private sector institutions in both countries.
The government believes the new diplomatic office will facilitate investment, innovation and commercial partnerships while reinforcing ties between Africa and Caribbean nations.
Officials also said the Honorary Consulate will support efforts to expand cooperation in geothermal energy, agriculture and food security, sectors identified as having significant potential for mutual growth.
Kenya reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with the Government of Grenada, the Honorary Consulate and other stakeholders to strengthen diplomatic relations and unlock new economic opportunities that will benefit both countries.
