Kenya's diplomatic standing is under renewed focus as Nairobi prepares to host a regional human rights hub, a move seen as bolstering the country's position as a key player in African diplomacy amid scrutiny over its human rights record.
Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi announced the establishment of the multi-country office of the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Nairobi, describing it as a strategic win for the city's status as a hub for international organisations.