- During his visit, the King met community organisations that promote marine conservation.
- He also visited historic sites in the coastal town of Mombasa.
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The Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has described King Charles III's visit as symbolic and a gesture towards a partnership with mutual benefits for both countries.
Mudavadi said King Charles III's choice of Kenya among the 57 commonwealth countries for his first visit after ascending to the throne is a testament to the depth of relations.
"The trip was a success. It has generated a lot of interest in the country and globally. It is a moment that Kenya reflects nostalgic feeling and the partnership draws back when King Charles’ Mother got the responsibilities on her shoulders. Kenya is significant.”
Mudavadi said the four-day visit will strengthen Kenya-UK historic ties that have continued to grow steadily, deeper and stronger, enabling the two countries to achieve stable progress.
"For the King to have chosen Kenya as the first destination among the commonwealth countries and the engagements we have with the UK government on the Nairobi Railway City monumental project signifies our commitment to elevating the lives of all Kenyans through transformative initiatives like never before," Mudavadi said.
He said witnessing an extravaganza showcased by the first-ever Kenyan Marine Commando Unit was exciting in Mombasa; a unit trained by the British Marines from the Commando Royal Marines.
"I must admit that he has a lot of interests in issues that are people-centered. He was very keen on the issue of urban agriculture and how to produce food for society, he was keen on innovations for young people and it demonstrated that he is a person kin to look for solutions to the current challenges speaking to the current generation and looking into the future," he said.
During his visit, the King met community organisations that promote marine conservation, by hosting annual beach clean-up events and engaging local young people in sporting activities, empowerment and training opportunities.
He also visited historic sites in the coastal town of Mombasa.
"The royal visit is a significant opportunity to enhance the Kenya-UK collaboration in various areas of shared interest and we are looking forward to positive engagements during the Monarchs’ 4-day visit in Kenya."