National Assembly Committee on Regional Integration Visits the Mission in Bujumbura

On 31st July 2025, the National Assembly Committee on Regional Integration paid a courtesy call to the Kenya Mission in Bujumbura. The delegation was received by Ms. Juliet Kabeu, Chargé d’Affaires, who welcomed the members and facilitated discussions on the Mission’s role and activities.

During the engagement, Ms. Kabeu briefed the Committee on the Mission’s key mandates, strategic priorities, and ongoing engagements within the Great Lakes Region. The briefing covered areas such as diplomatic representation, promotion of Kenya’s interests within the East African Community (EAC), and facilitation of regional cooperation in political, economic, and social sectors.

The delegation, led by Hon. Naomi Jillo Waqo, CBS, MP, was in Bujumbura as part of an inspection tour of the East African Health Research Commission (EAHRC). This tour aimed to review the Commission’s operations, assess its contribution to health research within the EAC, and identify opportunities for policy alignment among member states.

The visit to the Mission provided a platform for both parties to exchange views on regional integration initiatives, with a focus on strengthening collaboration in health research and policy coordination. Discussions also touched on the importance of harmonizing health systems across the EAC to address common challenges and improve public health outcomes in the region.

The interaction underscored the role of parliamentary oversight in advancing regional integration objectives and reaffirmed the Mission’s commitment to supporting Kenya’s participation and leadership within the EAC framework.