Kenya has been elected to the International Seabed Authority (ISA) Council for the 2027–2030 term, a significant diplomatic achievement enhancing its global ocean governance role.

• Kenya's election reflects international confidence in its commitment to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and sustainable ocean management.
• Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei announced the development following the conclusion of the 31st Session of the ISA Assembly in Kingston, Jamaica.
• Kenya aims to use its position to advance principles of equitable ocean stewardship and ensure the seabed's resources are managed for the benefit of humanity.

Kenya has been elected to the International Seabed Authority (ISA) Council for the 2027–2030 term, a decision reflecting international confidence in its commitment to ocean governance.

• The election took place during the 31st Session of the ISA Assembly in Kingston, Jamaica.
• Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Dr Korir Sing’oei, highlighted the significance of the election.
• This role strengthens Kenya's influence in shaping global regulations for deep-seabed activities and promoting sustainable ocean management.

Nairobi has been confirmed as a key regional visa processing hub for the United States in Africa under a new system that officially took effect on Saturday, August 1. This restructuring by the U.S. Department of State aims to improve efficiency and security screening for visa applicants across the continent.

• Nairobi will continue processing both immigrant and non-immigrant visa services for applicants from across Africa.
• The U.S. Department of State is consolidating routine visa processing to designated regional hubs.
• This change, part of a wider U.S. national security and expenditure reduction agenda, commenced on August 1.

The United States is making its visa bond program permanent for visitors from over 30 African countries, raising the maximum bond to $20,000 (approximately Ksh2.56 million).

• The maximum visa bond will increase from $15,000 to $20,000.
• This change impacts applicants for B1 and B2 visas (business and tourism) from countries including Uganda and Tanzania.
• The Trump administration introduced the program to reduce visa overstays, with the bond being refundable if visa conditions are met.