By Dorothy Musyoka
Kenya and the European Union have reaffirmed their long-standing partnership, strengthened further by the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) that came into force in July 2024.
According to president William Ruto, the agreement grants Kenya duty-free and quota-free access to the EU’s 450 million–strong market, unlocking significant opportunities for Kenyan agricultural products.
On the sidelines of the 7th African Union–European Union Summit in Luanda, Angola, Kenya held high-level discussions with the President of the European Union Council, António Costa.
Kenya called on the European Union to support its agenda for comprehensive reforms of the African Union—reforms aimed at making the AU a more effective, unified, and responsive continental institution.
“We call on the EU to support our agenda of reforming the African Union so that it can be fit-for-purpose as Africa’s unified and effective voice,” stated President Ruto.
“Europe’s experience and technical strength can help us build an AU that responds to the needs and aspirations of our people,” added the President.
The dialogue also focused on the situation in Sudan noting that only credible process can bring stability and restore hope for the Sudanese people.
“We agreed that Sudan needs an inclusive political settlement that brings in all stakeholders, including political parties, civil society, and other national actors. A military path cannot deliver lasting peace,” noted President Ruto.
The meeting underscored the shared commitment to deepen cooperation not only in trade but also in governance, peace and regional stability.