[PHOTOS] Ruto holds talks with German Foreign Affairs minister Johann Wadephul

President William Ruto on Wednesday held talks with German Foreign Affairs Minister Johann Wadephul at State House, Nairobi.

The two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation, investment and multilateral priorities.

In a statement after the meeting, President Ruto described Kenya and Germany as long-standing partners founded on a mutually beneficial relationship and said Nairobi remains committed to expanding opportunities for citizens of both nations.

“Our discussions focused on the tremendous opportunities in our country for investment in energy generation, water harvesting and storage, and technical training,” he said.

German Foreign Affairs Minister Johann Wadephul at State House, Nairobi on January 21, 2026 / PCS

The two leaders also agreed on the importance of sharing human capital through the labour mobility agreement already signed between the two countries.

The President said Kenya and Germany share a common position on the need for a rule-based global order and reforms to make the United Nations “fit-for-purpose” in serving the interests of all nations, especially those from the Global South.

On regional security, President Ruto said Kenya counts on Germany’s support in efforts to promote peace and stability in the Horn of Africa, with particular attention to the crisis in Sudan.

President William Ruto holds talks with German Foreign Affairs Minister Johann Wadephul at State House, Nairobi on January 21, 2026 / PCS