UK and Kenya after Covid-19: Building back better and greener together

From the safety of my lockdown office at home in Johannesburg, I’ve just 'returned' from the first-ever UK virtual visit to Kenya. Thanks to telecoms companies such as the UK’s Vodafone, which have enhanced capacity and networks in Kenya and across Africa since the start of lockdown, I was able to meet virtually with business, government – and even have a live TV interview – entirely using digital platforms.

My visit came at a catalytic time for Kenya. The Covid-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on the global economy. While we are still working together to respond to this, we must also turn our attention to how we recover, rebuilding better. We have a clear moment now to choose a greener, more inclusive and sustainable future.