Australian High Commission, Kenya

Wishing all Kenyans, everywhere, a safe and happy Madaraka Day! 🇰🇪

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Tunawatakia Wakenya wote, kila mahali, siku kuu ya Madaraka iliyo salama na yenye furaha! 🇰🇪

Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Ministry of Foreign Affairs Kenya | Kenya High Commission, Canberra

Some countries are introducing health screening on arrival and imposing entry restrictions for travellers who have visited African countries affected by Ebola. These measures can change quickly and may also affect transit passengers.

Check the latest requirements with your airline or travel provider before departure. If you’re travelling to Africa, check the travel advice for your destinations: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/Africa

For more information on Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, read the CDC news article: https://www.cdc.gov.au/newsroom/news-and-articles/ebola-disease-drc-and-uganda

Australia is proud to support partnerships advancing -smart livestock research across Africa and Asia through the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research.

By connecting researchers, institutions and emerging scientists, this collaboration is helping strengthen sustainable livestock systems, improve food security and build resilience to climate change across our region.

Partnerships like these reflect Australia’s commitment to strategic, sustainable, science-led solutions that support communities and livelihoods.

Read more: https://ow.ly/g4x950Z0U5T



Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | ILRI | Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research

Showcasing Africa–Asia climate-smart livestock research An ACIAR-supported initiative promoting climate-smart livestock research across Africa and Asia is helping advance regional scientific collaboration.

As Muslims across Australia and the world gather to celebrate Eid al-Adha, I extend my warmest wishes to those marking this sacred occasion.

On a visit to Homa Bay county the High Commissioner was pleased to meet HE Governor Gladys Wanga. They discussed the contribution of Australian civil society organisations in the county, agricultural research funded by Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research and opportunities for investment. During the High Commissioner’s visit to The Fred Hollows Foundation, the Heartspring community and the Magunga village the High Commissioner saw the positive impact of Australia’s support in the county, reinforcing the benefit of sustainable county-led solutions.

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Katika ziara ya kaunti ya Homa Bay, kamishna mkuu alifurahia kukutana na Mhe Governor Gladys Wanga. Walijadiliana kuhusu mchango wa mashirika ya kiraia ya Australia katika kaunti hiyo, utafiti wa kilimo iliofadhiliwa na Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research na fursa za uwekezaji. Kamishna mkuu alipotembelea miradi ya The Fred Hollows Foundation, jamii ya Heartspring na kijiji cha Magunga, alipendezwa na matokea bora kwa niaba ya ushirikiano na Australia katika kaunti, ikiimarisha manufaa ya suluhu endelevu zinazoongozwa katika kiwango cha kaunti.

Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | County Government Of Homa Bay | The Fred Hollows Foundation | Governor Gladys Wanga

All Australian visa applications must be submitted through ImmiAccount, the official Australian Government immigration portal, even by migration agents.

Your agent should let you see your visa application in ImmiAccount so you can check:

👉 Your name, date of birth and passport details
👉 What type of visa was applied for
👉 The status of your application
👉 If your biometrics letter matches your visa application
👉 Any messages or updates from the Australian Government

Learn more about ImmiAccount:

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/applying-online-or-on-paper/online/apply-and-manage-your-application

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/applying-online-or-on-paper/online/after-you-apply

Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Australian Department of Home Affairs

The High Commissioner was pleased to meet with Kisumu County governor HE Prof Anyang' Nyong'o and officials from the Kenya Ports Authority. They discussed priorities of Kisumu county and the opportunities for investment and economic growth in the agriculture sector and mining.

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Kamishna wetu mkuu alifurahia kukutana na gavana wa Kaunti ya Kisumu HE Prof Peter Anyang' Nyong'o na maafisa kutoka Mamlaka ya Bandari ya Kenya. Walijadiliana kuhusu vipaumbele vya kaunti ya Kisumu na fursa za uwekezaji na ukuaji wa uchumi katika sekta ya kilimo na madini.

Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Anyang' Nyong'o | County Government of Kisumu | Kenya Ports Authority

Due to the ongoing disruptions the High Commission will be closed today.

There are ongoing transport related protests in Nairobi and other areas. Limit travel to essential movement only. Avoid crowds, monitor local media for the latest updates, and follow advice from local authorities.

For more information: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/africa/kenya

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