UN in Nairobi marks 80 years of the UN Charter with renewed call for peace and inclusion
Kenya joined the United Nations family to mark 80 years since the adoption of the UN Charter, reaffirming its commitment to peace, human rights, and sustainable development. Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing’oei lauded the UN’s impact and thanked the international community for s..
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The United Nations in Kenya recently celebrated the 80th anniversary of the UN Charter at the United Nations Office in Nairobi (UNON), reaffirming its dedication to peace, human rights, and sustainable development.
- The event was attended by senior UN officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and government representatives.
- Kenya's Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei highlighted the UN's "meaningful contributions to peace and security, development, and the protection of rights."
- The commemoration underscored Kenya's commitment to multilateralism and its role as a key UN headquarters.
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UN Names Prof. Michael Ndurumo Person of the Year During 80th UN Charter Anniversary in Nairobi - October 2025
The United Nations in Kenya celebrated the 80th anniversary of the UN Charter at the United Nations Office in Nairobi (UNON), reaffirming its dedication to peace, human rights, and sustainable development. During these UN Day festivities, Professor Michael Ndurumo was named the 2025 United Nations in Kenya Person of the Year. Professor Ndurumo, who is East Africa's first deaf professor and the founder of the Africa Institute of Deaf Studies and Research, was recognized for his exceptional contributions to disability rights and inclusive education. The celebration commemorated the 80th anniversary of the UN Charter.
