Ruto bids farewell to UN Resident Coordinator Stephen Jackson

President William Ruto has bid farewell to the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Kenya, Stephen Jackson, whose tour of duty in the country has come to an end.

The President praised his service and reaffirmed Kenya’s strong partnership with the United Nations.

In a statement, President Ruto commended Jackson for his exemplary leadership during his tenure as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Kenya, wishing him success in his next assignment.

“Bid farewell to United Nations Resident Coordinator in Kenya Stephen Jackson, whose tour of duty has come to an end. Thanked him for his exemplary service and wished him well in his next assignment,” he said.

The President underscored Kenya’s longstanding and strategic relationship with the United Nations.

President William Ruto and the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Kenya, Stephen Jackson, at State House on March 31, 2026 / PCS

He noted that the country holds a unique position as the only host of a UN headquarters in Africa and across the Global South.

The President pointed out that Kenya is home to key UN agencies, including the United Nations Environment Programme and the UN-Habitat, which have played a critical role in advancing global environmental and urban development agendas.

Ruto described Kenya’s engagement with the UN as strong and cordial, highlighting the country’s proactive role within the multilateral body.

He noted that the UN has been a steadfast partner in supporting Kenya’s development priorities, particularly in green energy initiatives, climate financing, expanding access to clean water, and supporting refugee programmes.

President William Ruto bids farewell to the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Kenya, Stephen Jackson, at State House on March 31, 2026 / PCS

“As a proud Member State of the United Nations, Kenya has been proactive in contributing to peacekeeping missions across the world, leading members in climate action, and being a vocal advocate for the reform of the Security Council,” Ruto said.

The farewell marks the end of Jackson’s tenure in Nairobi, where he has overseen the coordination of UN activities and partnerships in the country, further strengthening collaboration between Kenya and the global organisation.

President William Ruto holds a meeting with the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Kenya, Stephen Jackson, at State House on March 31, 2026 / PCS