Manoah Esipisu, Kenya’s outgoing High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, has bid a fond farewell to the iconic No. 45 Portland Place, marking the end of a distinguished ambassadorial term.
In a reflective tweet, Esipisu expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve his country in diplomacy and communication, saying, “Today I bid farewell to the famous No. 45 Portland Place London. Great staff. Great moments. A fine Innings. Thanks to HE President @WilliamsRuto for retaining me in post and grateful for the opportunity to serve Government in diplomacy & communication.”
Esipisu’s journey to the highest echelons of Kenyan diplomacy began humbly in a rural area, where his childhood passion for storytelling took root. “I loved telling tales of human triumph and bringing to the fore stories of social injustice and human suffering,” he revealed. This desire ultimately propelled him to study Literature and Political Science at the University of Nairobi, followed by a graduate journalism program.
His professional career commenced at Thomson Reuters, where he spent over a decade interviewing a diverse range of subjects, from world leaders and business executives to ordinary citizens. However, his encounters with conflict and atrocities, including the Somali crisis of the 1990s and the Rwandan genocide against the Tutsi, left an indelible mark and steered him toward diplomacy.
Esipisu’s transition to the diplomatic arena began with a role as Spokesperson for the Commonwealth Secretariat, bolstering his interaction with global leaders and issues. He later assumed the prestigious position of High Commissioner of the Republic of Kenya to the United Kingdom, representing his country’s interests with unwavering dedication.
Alongside Esipisu, another esteemed Kenyan diplomat, Martin Kimani, has also concluded his tenure as Kenya’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. Both ambassadors were widely acclaimed for their strategic acumen, professionalism, and tireless efforts in advancing Kenya’s objectives on the global stage.
