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In this regard, they directed the respective Foreign Ministers to take this process forward.Ħ. The two Leaders reaffirmed the strategic importance of bilateral relations between the two countries and reiterated their commitment to elevate the nature of the relationship through the conclusion of a Strategic Partnership Agreement.

Both countries are proponents of Pan-Africanism and hold a common vision for the development and Renaissance of Africa as encapsulated in Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want.ĥ. They noted that South Africa and Kenya share friendship, mutual respect, common values, and solidarity not only on issues of bilateral concern, but also on the vision for the Continent. The discussions were held in the spirit of friendship, during which the two Presidents recalled the deep-rooted historical links and friendship, forged over many years since the struggle for freedom and equality against colonialism and apartheid. President Ramaphosa and President Kenyatta held high level talks in Pretoria on 23 November, 2021. The delegation also included senior government officials and representatives of the business community.Ĥ. President Kenyatta led a high level delegation from Kenya comprising of Cabinet Secretaries in charge of: Foreign Affairs Industrialization Trade and Enterprise Development Tourism and Wildlife Transport, Infrastructure, Housing, Urban Development and Public Works and Health. President Ramaphosa was accompanied by ten Ministers representing the following portfolios: International Relations and Cooperation Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Home Affairs Trade, Industry and Competition Defence and Military Veterans Transport Human Settlements Public Enterprises Health and Tourism.ģ. The main purpose of the visit was to take stock of the current state of bilateral relations between the two countries whilst also providing an opportunity to explore other areas of mutual interest and benefit for the peoples of South Africa and Kenya.Ģ.

Uhuru Kenyatta, President of the Republic of Kenya, paid a State Visit to the Republic of South Africa from 22nd - 24th November, 2021. At the invitation of H.E Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, the President of the Republic of South Africa, H.E.