News & Events
News & Events
Kenya’s Ambassador Lt. Gen. (Rtd) Jonah Mwangi called on
As part of preparation for presentation of credentials to the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on 18th November,
Iran Conference on Trade and Investment in Kish Island,
The inaugural Africa – Iran Conference on Trade and Investment took place in Kish Island, Iran from 25th – 27th
H.E. Amb. Lt. Gen. (Rtd) Jonah Mwangi met with
On 16th February, 2025, H.E. Amb. Lt. Gen. (Rtd) Jonah Mwangi met with representatives of Bitumen Hormoz Pars who visited
H.E. the Ambassador held a meeting with Mr. Faramaz
At the invitation of Monenco Group, on 3rd February, 2025, H.E. the Ambassador held a meeting with Mr. Faramaz Ghelichi,
Kenya’s Ambassador to Tehran presented his credentials to H.E.
On 9th January, 2025, Amb. Lt. Gen. (Rtd) Jonah Mwangi, Kenya’s Ambassador to Tehran presented his credentials to H.E. Masoud
Madaraka Day Celebrations
On Sunday 9th June, 2024- The Embassy hosted a section of Kenyans in Qom city for lunch to celebrate this
Farewell Lunch
On 12th May, 2024- His Excellency the Ambassador was hosted for a farewell lunch by the Director General of Africa
Building Materials Expo in Kenya
On 12th May, 2024- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS addressed a group of representatives of 15 firms interested
Bidding farewell by the Minister of Foreign Affairs
On 9th May, 2024- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with Iran’s Foreign Minister Dr. Hossein Amirabdullahian as
His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with
On 21st April, 2024- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with Mr. Homan Fathi, International Director General of
Visit to the Barkat specialized cancer hospital
On 6th March, 2024- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS attended an event organized by the Barkat Specialized Cancer
The First international congress PHC for UHC through family
On 5th March, 2024- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS represented Kenya in the First International Congress PHC for
Homa Bay County International Investment Conference (HOBBII2024)
The County Government of Homa Bay in collaboration with the Council of Governors is organizing an International Investment Conference (HOBBII2024)
Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Conference on Maritime and
On 7th and 8th February, 2024- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS participated in this year’s Indian Ocean Rim
Meeting with Business Company
On 1st February, 2024- At their invitation, His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with the Chairman of JahanPars
The First Kenya-Iran Trade Summit
On 21st January, 2024- Partnering with the Iran House of Industry, Mine and Trade (IHIMT) and Iran Trade Promotion Organization
COURTESY CALL ON THE AMBASSADOR
On 15th January, 2024- His Excellency Mr. Francis Moloi Ambassador of the Republic of South Africa paid a courtesy call
MEETING OFFICIALS OF IRAN-EAST AFRICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
On 11th December, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with a section officials of Iran-East Africa chamber
IMPLEMENTATION OF ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION (eTA)
Following the Presidential directive during the 60th Jamhuri Day celebrations on 12th December, 2023 that Kenya will be a visa
ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORISATION (ETA)
Please contact eTA through the chat on www.etakenya.go.ke in case of any queries or read the FAQs on the eTA website or
Meeting with Shipping and Logistics Services firm
On 9th January, 2024- His Excellency the Ambassador met with the management of Top-Shipping and Logistics Company who visited the
Meeting and Addressing trade issues
On 4th January, 2024- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with Mr. Ali Papiani, businessman from Isfahan who
Wrapping up the Bandar Abbas visit.
While wrapping up his Bandar Abbas official visit, His Excellency the Ambassador paid a courtesy call on Mr Mehdi Dousti,
Bandar Abbas visit and meetings held.
On 23rd December, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS visited the city of Bandar Abbas at the invitation
The Economic Cooperation Meeting between Isfahan and Africa.
On 19th December, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS participated in the Economic Cooperation Meeting between Isfahan and
DIGITIZATION OF AUTHENTICATION SERVICES
The Embassy wishes to inform the Diaspora (Iran, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan & Uzbekistan) and members of the public that it is
Diaspora Investment Conference 2023
The invites all Kenyans in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan on the upcoming Diaspora Investment Conference
Hosting a section of Kenyan diaspora in Iran for
On 7th December, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS hosted a group of Kenyans studying and living in
Participation of the Ambassador in the 16th Markazi Province
On 5th December, 2023- At the invitation of the Arak Chamber of Commerce, His Excellency the Ambassador participated in the
Visiting the PAK pasteurized diary company
On 28th November, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS visited PAK Pasteurized Diary Company, one of the largest
The first Iranian firms to import sheep meat from
On 23rd November, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with Dr. Masoud Namazi and Mr. Mehdi Dadfar,
His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS attended the
15th November, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS attended the first ever exclusive coffee exhibition in Tehran organized
His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu EBS visited the
On 24th August, 2023- His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu EBS visited the complex of one of the leading buyers
Engagement with the Arak Chamber of Commerce
While ending his Arak tour His Excellency the Ambassador met and engaged the business community and members of Arak Chambers
Visiting factories and manufacturers in Arak city
The Ambassador later visited Iran Combine manufacturing Company (ICMCo), a leading manufacturer of wheat and rice combine machines in the
Ambassador’s official visit to Arak city, Markazi Province
On 20th August, 2023- His Excellency the Ambassador visited Arak city at the invitation the Arak chambers of Commerce, Agriculture,
COURTESY CALL ON THE MANAGING DIRECTOR OF DEBSH TEA
On 13th August, 2023- His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS paid a courtesy call on Mr. and Ms. Rahimi,
FOLLOW-UP MEETING WITH THE MD OF JAHAN GOLCHIN TALAEI
On 12th August, 2023- His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS paid a courtesy call on Mr. Haji Karimlou, Managing
SHARING OF INFORMATION WITH PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS/COMPANIES
On 10th August, 2023- His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met individuals from Qom city seeking information regarding Kenya’s
COURTESY CALL BY THE MANAGEMENT OF ATATECH COMPANY
On 10th August, 2023- His Excellency the Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met the Managing Director of ATA TechNama Company,
CALLING FOR REGISTRATION TO THE 2023 NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Calling all exhibitors, entrepreneurs and innovators in Iran, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan to the 2023 Nairobi International Trade Fair. Registration
MEETING WITH IRAN PRIVATE INVESTORS
On 10th August, 2023- His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with the management of Dashte Behest Company as
MEETING WITH THE MD OF JAHAN GOLCHIN TALAEI TEA
On 9th August, 2023- His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with Mr. Haji Karimlou, Managing Director of Jahan
MEETING WITH THE DIRECTOR, EAST AFRICA DIVISION OF THE
On 5th August, 2023 His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with Amb. Khosravi Nejad, Director of the East
PARTICIPATION IN THE 23RD INTERNATIONAL BUILDING EXHIBITION
On 3rd August, 2023- His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS attended the 23rd International Exhibition of Building and Construction
Pictorial of the State Visit by Iran’s President Dr.
STATE VISIT EVENT
During The State Visit KENYA and IRAN held bilateral
At State House Kenya, Nairobi, KENYA and IRAN held bilateral talks where Iran agreed to boost Kenya’s pursuits in manufacturing,
PRESIDENT OF THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN VISIT TO
On 12th July, 2023- H.E. President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Dr. Ebrahim Raisi arrived in Kenya for a
HE The Ambassador Engaged Potential Investors In Mashhad City
Other engagements included a round table meeting with potential investors interested in Kenyan market in different fields such as Safron
AMBASSADORS OFFICIAL VISIT TO MASSHAD CITY
On 4th July, 2023- While on an official visit to Mashhad city His Excellency Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS held fruitful
Meeting Potential investors
On 29th May,2023- His Excellency Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met at the chancery the management of Parsan Gostar Pasargad
African Day Celebration 2023
On 28th May, 2023- The Kenya Embassy joined other African Missions in the Islamic Republic of Iran to celebrate the
His Excellency Ambassador met with Dr. Tajbakhsh Mosalman, Deputy
On 22nd May, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met with Dr. Tajbakhsh Mosalman, Deputy Minister of Roads
His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS welcomed Harambee
On 26th March, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS welcomed to the Islamic Republic of Iran Harambee Stars
His Excellency the Ambassador paid a courtesy call on
While wrapping up his visit to Tabriz city, His Excellency the Ambassador paid a courtesy call on the Governor of
The Ambassador visited Khavaran Leather Co. (KLC)
On 13th March, 2023- The Ambassador also visited Khavaran Leather Co. (KLC) as part of his initiative to attract investors
H.E the Ambassador visited the Tabriz Tile Group, leading
On 12th March, 2023- During his visit, the Ambassador visited the Tabriz Tile Group, leading producers of top quality tiles
His Excellency the Ambassador visited Tabriz city at the
On 12th March, 2023- His Excellency the Ambassador visited Tabriz city at the invitation of Iran Tractor Manufacturing Company (ITMCO).
Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS saw off His Excellency Hon.
On 3rd March, 2023- Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS, The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Ambassador-Designate of Azerbaijan to
H.E the Ambassador accompanied His Excellency Hon. Musalia Mudavadi
On 2nd March, 2023- H.E the Ambassador accompanied His Excellency Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, the Prime Cabinet Secretary in meeting Kenyans
His Excellency Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS accompanied H.E Hon.
On 2nd March, 2023- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS accompanied H.E Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, the Prime Cabinet Secretary and
His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS received and
On 1st March, 2033- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS received and welcomed at the Hayder Aliyev Aiport H.E
His Excellency the Ambassador hosted Kenyans living and working
On 26th February,2023- During his visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan to attend the Non-Aligned Movement Summit Level Meeting from
His Excellency the Ambassador visited Abyar Mashen Pars Factory,
On 16th February, 2023- His Excellency the Ambassador visited Abyar Mashen Pars Factory, a leading manufacturer of irrigation farming equipment.
SUPPORTING KENYA RUNNERS COMPETING IN CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
On 16th December, 2022- the staff of the Embassy watched and supported the two Kenyans competing in the club championship.
WELCOMING KENYAN RUNNERS COMPETING FOR THEIR CLUBS IN IRAN
On 14th December, 2022- The Head of Mission welcomed two Kenyan runners competing for their Iranian club in club championships
VISITING KENYAN BUSINESS DELEGATION
On 13th December, 2022- The Embassy facilitated a visiting Kenya business delegation seeking to meet Iranian manufacturers and businessmen in
MEETING WITH THE CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO) MTN IRANCELL
On 7th December, 2022- His Excellency the Ambassador met with Mr. Malik Malemu-Chief Operating Officer (COO) of MTN Irancell Telecommunication
MEETING WITH VISITING KENYA TEA DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (KTDA) OFFICIALS
On 7th December, 2022- His Excellency the Ambassador met with a visiting delegation from Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) who
FOLLOW-UP TO THE 5TH NOVEMBER MEETING WITH THE POTENTIAL
On 28th November, 2022- The Head of Chancery met the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Beluga Trading Company as
Meeting Potential Iranian Investors: Renewable Solar Energy
On 18th November, 2022- His Excellency the Ambassador and the Head of Chancery met the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and
AMBASSADOR PARTICIPATION IN CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE CONFERENCE ON BUSINESS
On 5th November, 2022- His Excellency the Ambassador attended a conference organized by Iran’s Chambers of Commerce and Agriculture on
His Excellency the Ambassador paid a visit to the
On 30th October, 2022- His Excellency the Ambassador paid a visit to the Anzali Free Trade Zone located in Northern
H.E the Ambassador received at the chancery a visiting
25th October, 2022- H.E the Ambassador received at the chancery a visiting delegation from the Tea Board of Kenya and
IMPORTANT NOTICE!!
The official Government of Kenya website for evisa application is evisa.go.ke Beware of sites that promise to expedite processing of
H.E Amb. Joshua Gatimu met Kenyan business individuals packing
On 12th September, 2022 the Ambassador met Kenyan business individuals packing Kenyan tea in chabahar Free Zone Area in Iran.
Ambassador met Dr. Abdollahi Sarfaraz, former Kenya’s Honorary Consul
On 7th September, 2022 His Excellency the Ambassador met Dr. Abdollahi Sarfaraz, former Kenya’s Honorary Consul (HC) to Shiraz city,
Ambassador visited Danial Moj, an optical telecommunications technology company
On 6th September, 2022- His Excellency the Ambassador visited Danial Moj, an optical telecommunications technology company and its factory that
Ambasador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met and addressed Iranian
On 3rd Sept, EBS 2022- His Excellency Ambasador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met and addressed Iranian business individuals in ‘an
Important Notice for Kenyan Diaspora in Iran, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan
The government has reminded Kenyan passport holders to acquire the new East African Community (EAC) biometric e-passport by November 30,
The Ambassador met the Head of Shiraz Chamber of
Concluding his visit, the Ambassador met the Head of Shiraz Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture, Parliamentary representatives in
H.E Amb. Joshua Gatimu, EBS paid a visit to
On 28th August, 2022- While on official visit in Shiraz city, H.E Amb. Joshua Gatimu, EBS paid a visit to
H.E the Ambassador met authorities of Chabahar Free Trade
Wrapping up his visit, H.E met authorities of Chabahar Free Trade Zone and discussed on opportunities and incentives at the
H.E Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS held a lunch meeting
On 23rd July, 2022- While on official visit to Chabahar, H.E Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS held a lunch meeting with
The Ambassador met Mr. Hashem Siami, president of Iran
The Ambassador later met Mr. Hashem Siami, president of Iran Athletics Federation and discussed on various areas of cooperation between
His Excellency, the Ambassador met Kenyan runners competing in
On 14th July, 2022- His Excellency, the Ambassador met Mr. Jonathan Kiplimo and Mr. Justus Kipkorir, Kenyan runners competing in
His Excellency the Ambassador met and handed over the
On 7th June, 2022- His Excellency the Ambassador met and handed over the new generation passports to Kenya diaspora from
Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS welcomed to the chancery a
23rd May, 2022- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS welcomed to the chancery a group of Kenyan religious tourist visiting
Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS paid a courtesy call on
On 11th May, 2022- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS paid a courtesy call on His Excellency Ibrahim Ahmed Al
His Excellency Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS met with the
On 7th May, 2022- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua Gatimu, EBS met with the Mayor of Kashan city, Mr. Hassan Bakhshandeh
H.E Ambassador Amb. Joshua Gatimu, EBS held a meeting
On 7th May, 2022- H.E Ambassador Amb. Joshua Gatimu, EBS and the Embassy officials held a meeting with the President
His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS hosted Kenyans
Today, 6th May, 2022- His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS hosted Kenyans living in Qom city for lunch to
Kenya Embassy in Tehran Opens a Condolence Book For
Following the sad demise of our former President, His Excellency Emilio Mwai Kibaki on Friday, 22nd April, 2022. The Embassy
H.E Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS, paid a courtesy
On 25th April, 2022- H.E Amb. Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS, paid a courtesy call on H.E Mohammad Ben Hamed Al-Hajri,
Dr. Sathya Doraiswamy, UNFPA Representative in Iran paid a
On 19th April, 2022- Dr. Sathya Doraiswamy, UNFPA Representative in Iran paid a courtesy call on H.E Amb Joshua Gatimu,
H.E the Ambassador met the Chairman & CEO of
On 17th April, 2022- H.E the Ambassador met the Chairman & CEO of Kish Free Zone Organization, Mr. Mahdi keshavarz,
Turkmenistan Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran paid
On 12th April, 2022- Turkmenistan Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran paid a courtesy call on H.E Amb. Joshua
The Ambassador of Yemen to Iran paid a courtesy
On 11th April, 2022- The Ambassador of Yemen to Iran paid a courtesy call on H.E Amb. Joshua Gatimu, EBS,
2nd United Nations Oceans Conference (UNOC)
On the 7th April, 2022, His Excellency Ambassador Joshua I. Gatimu, EBS met his Portuguese counterpart in Iran Ambassador Carlos
50 years of Iran Kenya relations
This year marks 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties between Iran and Kenya. These ties witnessed tremendous progress