Kenya has received more than Kes 11.4 billion from the European Union to support green transition on environmental sustainability and digital inclusion, good governance as well as peace and stability.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen signed the deal on Wednesday on the sidelines of the Global Gateway Forum 2023 on Wednesday.

 The grant will go towards boosting programmes in the identified key sectors of the economy.

PHOTO | COURTESY: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and DP Rigathi Gachagua signing the deal. Image: X/rigathi

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Representing President William Ruto at the Global Gateway Summit being hosted by the EU, Gachagua noted that the grant will help develop the country and improve people's lives.

“Kenya welcomes this statement of signature which will be realised through the outlined priorities for the Multi-annual Indicative Programme 2021-2027. This collaboration marks a pivotal stride towards a brighter future for the Kenyan people,” he said.

“As we implement the Global Gateway, we are confident that sustainable development, security and prosperity will rightfully take centre stage in our development cooperation narrative going forward,” he added.

Mr Gachagua said Kenya looked forward to continued partnership with the EU. The Ruto administration was keen on strengthening existing ties with the EU.