15/07/2026
Building on the momentum of the recently concluded partnership between Tennis Kenya, the French Tennis Federation and the City of Istres, the Deputy Head of Mission, Amb. Jane Lusenaka, held a bilateral meeting with the Mayor of Istres, Vice-President of the Aix-Marseille-Provence Metropolis, Robin Prétot on 13th July 2026 in Istres to discuss new opportunities for bilateral cooperation in sports and culture.
The discussions explored youth exchange programmes, talent and skills development, cultural collaborations and strengthening people to people ties amongst others. The Deputy Head of Mission reaffirmed the Mission’s and Kenya’s commitment to work together with the city of Istres towards strengthened partnerships and cooperation on sports and cultural diplomacy and other future areas of collaboration.
In attendance was the Deputy Mayor in charge of sports, Pascal Delon, and other officials. Also present in the meeting was the First Secretary, Ms. Lynette Lokuruka, Kenya’s Common Wealth Sprinter Champion, Ferdinand Omanyala and Mr. Daniel Chirchir.