Iran explores potentials to boost tech ties with Algeria, Kenya

TEHRAN – The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister, Sattar Hashemi, has held separate meetings with his Algerian and Kenyan counterparts, discussing ways to develop markets and enhance synergy to promote collaboration on smart government, space industry, digital economy, and cybersecurity.

Iran, Kenya to foster environmental ties

TEHRAN – Iranian and Kenyan officials have announced their readiness to enhance cooperation in different environmental fields.

Experts discuss Shirazi urban heritage in Eastern Africa

TEHRAN— A scientific gathering of ‘Shirazi city-states in East Africa’ was held by the Cultural Heritage Ministry’s Research Institute with the participation of the head of the institute, Mohammad-Ebrahim Zarei.

Iranian delegation attends Agritec Africa 2025

TEHRAN –Supported by the Prosperity and Innovation Fund, Iranian knowledge-based companies participated in the tenth edition of the Agritec Africa 2025, held at Kenyatta International Exhibition Centre, Nairobi, Kenya.

Knowledge-based companies to attend MEDEXPO AFRICA

TEHRAN – An Iranian delegation will participate in the 25th exhibition on medical products, equipment, machinery, and services (MEDEXPO AFRICA) which is scheduled to be held from May 14 to 16 in Nairobi, Kenya.

Influencers from Kenya, Zimbabwe, and Pakistan visit Tehran fair

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, 20 well-known social media influencers from Pakistan, Kenya, and Zimbabwe visited the 18th Tehran International Tourism Exhibition as part of a cultural exchange initiative.

Iranian handicrafts make their mark on intl. markets

TEHRAN — Iranian handicrafts continue to gain recognition in global markets, with exports to countries around the world, according to the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.

IHiT in Kenya lays the ground for success in new markets: official

TEHRAN –Iran house of innovation and technology (iHiT) in Kenya has created new opportunities for Iranian knowledge-based companies to achieve significant success in global markets, particularly in Kenya, which is known as a gateway to East Africa, the CEO of iHiT in Kenya has said.

Kenya's president withdraws tax plan after deadly protest

Kenya’s President William Ruto says he will withdraw a finance bill containing controversial tax hikes after deadly protests which saw parliament set ablaze on Tuesday.

Kenya’s anti-tax protests turn deadly

Police opened fire on demonstrators trying to storm Kenya's legislature on Tuesday, with several protesters killed, dozens wounded and sections of the parliament building set ablaze as lawmakers inside passed legislation to raise taxes.

Kenya seeks to foster scientific ties with Iran

TEHRAN –The Kenyan ambassador to Iran has called for developing scientific ties with Iran, especially exchanging professors and students, to benefit from the experiences of Iranian researchers.

Iran to attend world conference on science parks in Kenya

TEHRAN –Tehran University’s knowledge-based companies plan to participate in the 41st International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP) World Conference on Science Parks and Areas of Innovation which will be held in Nairobi, Kenya in September, head of Tehran University’s science and technology park has announced.

Kenyan president calls for stronger ties with Iran 

TEHRAN - At the ceremony of receiving the credentials of Ali Gholampour, the new Iranian ambassador to Nairobi, the President of Kenya called for the expansion of Iran-Kenya ties. 

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The making of new Iran-Kenya relations

A week ago, Iranian President His Excellency Dr Ebrahim Raisi made a historic visit to Nairobi, Kenya, where he met with his Kenyan counterpart His Excellency William Ruto.

Iran president on tour of Africa to boost ties

TERHAN – Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has held several meetings in Kenya as part of his whirlwind tour of three African countries. 

Kenyan ambassador visits Nader Shah mausoleum in Mashhad

TEHRAN - On Monday, Nairobi’s ambassador to Tehran Joshua I. Gatimu toured the mausoleum of Nader Shah Afshar during his visit to Mashhad, northeast Iran.

Iran unchanged in FIFA ranking

TEHRAN – Iran national football team remained in 24th place in the FIFA World Ranking released on Thursday.

Knowledge-based companies invited to Kenya expos

TEHRAN – Iran House of Innovation and Technology (iHiT) has invited knowledge-based companies to attend international exhibitions in Kenya.

Iran commends Kenya for holding successful presidential election

TEHRAN- Nasser Kanaani, the spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, has congratulated Kenya's people and government on conducting a successful presidential election.