Rachel Ruto's Official Visit to Morocco
On September 14, 2026, Rachel Ruto, the First Lady of the Republic of Kenya, arrived in Salé, Morocco, for an official work visit. Upon her arrival at the Rabat-Salé Airport, she was warmly welcomed by Princess Lalla Asmaa of Morocco. This visit signifies an important diplomatic engagement between Kenya and Morocco, reflecting the strengthening ties between the two nations.
As part of the welcoming ceremony, the two dignitaries inspected a unit of Auxiliary Forces, which was lined up to pay honors. The welcoming committee included prominent officials such as Mohamed Yacoubi, the wali of the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region, Rachid El Abdi, the president of the regional council, and Omar Touimi, the governor of Salé province. Also present was Omar Sentissi, the president of the Salé municipal council, along with Mohamed Methqal, the ambassador and director-general of the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation, and Karim Essakalli, the deputy president of the Lalla Asmaa Foundation.
Following the formalities, Rachel Ruto participated in a traditional Moroccan ceremony where she was offered milk and dates, symbolizing hospitality and cultural exchange. After a brief pause at the royal lounge of the airport, the convoy of Princess Lalla Asmaa and the First Lady proceeded to Rachel Ruto's residence to continue their discussions and engagements during her stay.
This visit is expected to pave the way for enhanced cooperation between the two countries in various sectors, including economic development, education, and cultural exchange. Such diplomatic visits are essential for fostering international relationships and promoting mutual interests.
As reported by fr.le360.ma.
