Aga Khan makes first official visit to Kenya

Prince Rahim Aga Khan V has begun an official visit to Kenya from 25 to 27 August?at the invitation of His Excellency President William Ruto.

This is his first official visit to East Africa, following his accession in February this year as the 50th?hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims.

He was received at State House on Wednesday by President Ruto, where the two discussed the long-standing warm relations between the Ismaili Imamat and Kenya and the priorities for future cooperation.

Prince Rahim and President Ruto signed an agreement to reaffirm the deep and long-standing partnership between the Ismaili Imamat and the Government of Kenya.

A Memorandum of Understanding on General Cooperation was also signed to deepen cooperation on issues such as environmental conservation, climate change, urban rehabilitation and cultural heritage.