By Nanteza Ruth Walusimbi
JINJA CITY
Uganda and Kenya have reaffirmed their commitment to closer collaboration on border management, trade, and security during the 14th session of the Uganda–Kenya Joint Border Commission meeting held at the Source of the Nile Hotel in Jinja on Wednesday 26th November, 2025.
The meeting that was attended by officials from both countries in the immigration, customs, trade, infrastructure, health, agriculture, and local administration, focused on practical measures to improve cross-border operations and service delivery for millions of people who rely on shared border facilities.
Dr. Edith Namutebi, head of Uganda’s Department of Regional Peace and Security, emphasized the importance of sustained engagement to ensure efficient border operations.
Kenya’s delegation, led by Principal Administrative Secretary, Jacob Narengo, reiterated Kenya’s commitment to cooperation in Security, transport infrastructure and livestock management.
Hajji Yunus Kakande, Secretary at the Office of the President, who officiated as the guest of honor noted progress in cross-border communication and the need to strengthen capacity in migration and immigration management.
Delegates also discussed the need for harmonized standards, building on directives issued by Presidents Kaguta Museveni of Uganda and William Samoei Ruto of Kenya during their July 30, 2025 meeting.
Both countries expressed their commitment to cooperative border management, regional integration, and the promotion of trade and security.
