On August 6–7, 2025, the 26th World Korea Forum (WKF) was held for the first time in Africa, with the University of Nairobi Towers serving as the official venue. The landmark event brought together global leaders, diplomats, scholars, and policymakers—including Prof. P.L.O. Lumumba—for high-level discussions on Korea–Africa relations in a rapidly shifting global order.
Join us on *Thursday, 7th August 2025,* 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM , for a panel discussion on 60 Years of U.S.–Kenya Security Cooperation—click the link below to attend virtually. If any IDIS alumni are interested in joining physically, they can inbox Dr. Winnie Rugutt at +254723700133.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ddbS3bXDRr2t3YbUgVoPOA
On 11th July 2025, Prof. Patrick Maluki, chair of the Department of Diplomacy and International Studies, led IDIS students and members of staff to the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi for a talk on Diary of a Diplomat. They were addressed by senior U.S. diplomats, including the acting Chief of Mission, who shared powerful insights on diplomacy and public service.
