Nakuru NLC Boss Kibelekenya Named Kenya’s Ambassador To Denmark

By Suleiman Mbatiah

National Land Commission Nakuru secretary Frank Ole Kibelekenya has been appointed Kenya’s ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark, marking the latest round of diplomatic changes announced by President William Ruto.

The nomination was announced this afternoon in a statement from the Executive Office of the President, outlining new postings and reassignments within Kenya’s foreign service.

Before joining the NLC, he served as chair of the Kenya Primary Schools Headteachers Association Narok branch, where he was active in education leadership and community mobilisation.

He holds a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Philosophy degree, qualifications that have supported a career spanning education management, public administration, and governance.

Kibelekenya has also served on the University Council of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, contributing to strategic oversight and institutional resource mobilisation.

In late 2024, the Public Service Commission shortlisted him for vice-chairperson and member positions, recognising him among leading candidates for senior national leadership roles.

The Copenhagen appointment is part of broader diplomatic changes aimed at strengthening Kenya’s international presence. Kenya currently maintains diplomatic missions in 72 countries and territories worldwide.

Alongside the Denmark posting, President Ruto appointed Elias Bare Shill as Deputy Ambassador to Mogadishu in the Federal Republic of Somalia.

Ambassadors Joseph Warui and Mohammed Hussein Nur were also reassigned to Moscow and Dar es Salaam respectively.

“His Excellency the President has transmitted the nomination of the full Ambassador to the National Assembly for consideration and approval by Parliament,” read part of the statement.

The notification was signed by Felix Koskei, Chief of Staff and Head of the Public Service, citing the need to fill vacancies arising from the end of diplomats’ tenures.

Diplomacy experts say expanding Kenya’s presence in Europe reflects a strategic push to deepen trade, investment, and development cooperation, with Denmark a key partner in green technology.

Copenhagen hosts several Nordic and Baltic missions, and a full Kenyan ambassadorial presence is expected to enhance bilateral engagement and regional outreach.

Foreign service postings link domestic policy priorities with international partnerships, while envoys also support diaspora communities and promote investment and cultural exchange.