Photos of the week: Ruto hosts envoys in Nairobi as Uhuru attends funeral in Germany

This week began with activities ranging from political, social and international events.

The week saw President William Ruto hold talks with envoys over the situation in DRC.

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As this happened, Former President Uhuru Kenyatta delivered a heartfelt eulogy at the State Funeral service for the late German President Horst Köhler.

As this happened, schools in Baringo County reported a surge in enrollment as peace and security improved.

Here are some of the photos that caught Kenyans' eye:

Ruto meets DRC’s envoy

President William Ruto on Wednesday met with a delegation from Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi.

The President said the envoys were in the country to discuss the escalating situation in the Eastern DRC.

The delegation was led by MP and former Deputy Prime Minister Lambert Mende.

Others were President Tshisekedi's High Representative Sambu Mambu, Public Works Minister Alexis Gisaro and Trade Minister Julien Paluku.

Uhuru in Berlin

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta delivered a heartfelt eulogy at the State Funeral service for the late German President Horst Köhler, held at the Berlin Cathedral.

In his speech, Uhuru paid tribute to Köhler's remarkable leadership, dedication to global affairs, and unwavering commitment to Africa's development.

He recalled Köhler's pivotal visits across the African continent, where he met with leaders at both national and community levels, emblematic of his belief in the strength of partnerships between Germany and Africa.

Gachagua meets Kalonzo, Wamalwa

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua met with Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka.

The meeting, held at a Nairobi hotel, was also attended by DAP-K party leader Eugene Wamalwa, signalling the possible formation of a new political coalition.

This was the first formal discussion between the three leaders as they explored ways to strengthen their political engagement and unveil a fresh alliance ahead of the next general elections.

Normalcy returns to Baringo schools

Lieutenant Colonel Ismael Papa interacting with pupils of Embossos Comprehensive School in Baringo County on February 18, 2025/VICTOR IMBOTO

Schools in Baringo County are seeing a surge in enrollment as peace and security improve in the North Rift region.

Learners who had abandoned their studies due to banditry are returning, thanks to enhanced security efforts by a multi-agency team and the renovation of schools by KDF.

The renovations were part of Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU).

KDF commenced the reconstruction of schools vandalised by bandits in November 2023.

Lieutenant Colonel Ismael Papa interacting with pupils of Embossos Comprehensive School in Baringo County on February 18, 2025/VICTOR IMBOTO

Teachers of Kapindasum School in a makeshift administration block on February 18, 2025/VICTOR IMBOTO

KQ’s Boeing 737-800 aircraft

Kenya Airways (KQ) unveiled its newly acquired Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

The 170-seater aircraft leased from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAB) now increases the number of aircraft under the ownership of KQ to 35.

The addition, KQ CEO Allan Kilavuka said, strengthens the airline’s ability to provide enhanced connectivity, increased capacity and world-class service across its expanding network.