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The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) however ruled out disruptions on the Kenyan airspace. The US Embassy in Nairobi said Biden's visit aims to strengthen ...

Biden’s engagements will focus on the empowerment of women and youth, efforts to address food insecurity, and promoting our Shared democratic values,” the US Embassy said in a statement Wednesday. The US Embassy in Nairobi said Biden’s visit aims to strengthen partnerships on the African Continent and advance shared priorities between the two allied countries. A similar restriction will be in place from 6am to 6pm on Sunday to facilitate the VVIP departure, KAA said adding the operation had been sanctioned by security agencies.

The Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) has announced that one of its terminals will be closed for several hours on Friday ahead of the arrival of US ...

The US First Lady will first visit to Namibia on Wednesday 22 before arriving in Nairobi. Also read: The same terminal will be cleared of any aircraft or vehicle on Sunday for two hours from 4pm.

Jill Biden will make stops in Namibia and Kenya - her first visit to Africa as U.S. first lady. Her visit will focus on women and youth empowerment, ...

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During five days split between Namibia, located along the Atlantic coast in southern Africa, and Kenya, in the east, Jill Biden will focus on empowering ...

Clinton returned in 1998 when President Bill Clinton made his first visit to Africa; it was also the first visit to the continent by a U.S. She discussed violent crime in South Africa, along with the need to improve education for Black people in a country that recently had abolished its apartheid policy of racial segregation. In Mozambique, she covered her face with a white mask to help illustrate the benefits of spraying homes with insecticides to combat malaria. Bush’s second term, in addition to two trips she took with him. Bush traveled to Africa five times on her own between 2005 and 2007 during President George W. Obama made a second solo visit to Africa in June 2016, the final year of the Obama administration. The centerpiece of the weeklong trip by America’s first Black first lady was a 30-minute speech at a U.S.-sponsored leadership conference at a church in Soweto township. Trump visited for the first time in 2018, when she spent five days as first lady stopping in Ghana, Malawi, Kenya and Egypt to promote U.S. Mrs. This time, she is traveling to Africa without the president as he wraps up his own trip to Poland to mark Friday's anniversary of Russia's aggression toward Ukraine. The White House has withheld specific details of the first lady's activities in each country, citing security concerns. It will be her sixth time in Africa when she arrives in Namibia on Wednesday as part of a commitment by President Joe Biden to deepen U.S.

The First Lady of the United States, Jill Biden's visit to Kenya will see a section of JKIA closed. Terminal 2 will be closed from his arrival to departure.

"JKIA will be facilitating a VVIP movement in the course of this month. [world leaders who graced the reception](https://www.tuko.co.ke/politics/474475-william-ruto-wife-rachet-meet-joe-biden-sidelines-general-assembly/) hosted by US president [Joe Biden](https://www.tuko.co.ke/tag/joe-biden/). Coming ahead of an expected visit to Africa by the President of the United States later in the year, Jill's trip is viewed as the affirmation of the US's commitment to working with Africa. [security](https://www.tuko.co.ke/tag/kenya-security/) measures to facilitate a high-profile visit to the airport. [Kenya](https://kiswahili.tuko.co.ke/tag/siasa-za-kenya/) Airports Authority (KAA) stated that the closure of Terminal 2 would be in effect on Friday and Sunday at specific hours. A section of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is set to be closed ahead of the visit by United States First Lady Jill Biden.

The airplane carrying US first lady Jill Biden lands in the Namibia capital Windhoek on February 22, 2023. PHOTO | SIPHIWE SIBEKO | REUTERS ...

US first lady Jill Biden has arrived in Namibia on the first stop on a five-day Africa tour, part of a push by the United States to strengthen its ties on the continent. The Biden administration is planning a slew of high-level visits to Africa this year in an effort to counter the influence of China and Russia on the continent. US first lady Jill Biden arrives in Namibia on Africa tour

This trip will be her first to Africa as FLOTUS and her third visit to Kenya. Overall it will be her sixth visit to Africa.

While her husband served as the vice president, Mrs Biden was a professor of English at Northern Virginia Community College. So I had to be 100 per cent sure." "He was nine years older than I am! She knew Joe three years after his first wife died in a car accident in 1972. - This trip will be her first to Africa since she became first lady.

WINDHOEK (Reuters) - U.S. first lady Jill Biden has arrived in Namibia on the first stop on a five-day Africa tour, part of a push by the United States to ...

Her trip will focus on education, health and empowering youth and women, she said in a statement on social media. The Biden administration is planning a slew of high-level visits to Africa this year in an effort to counter the influence of China and Russia on the continent. first lady Jill Biden has arrived in Namibia on the first stop on a five-day Africa tour, part of a push by the United States to strengthen its ties on the continent.

She's expected to promote the empowerment of Africa's women and its youth as well as the hunger ravaging the drought-prone Horn of Africa region.

She will also visit the State House to meet with President Hage Geingob and his wife. It's Jill Biden's sixth time in Africa, but her first visit as first lady. The first lady's trip is part of a commitment by President Joe Biden to deepen U.S. The country has not welcomed a high-level U.S. She is accompanied by her granddaughter Naomi Biden. and Namibian diplomatic and government officials.

In a statement, the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) said the closure will be in effect at Friday and Sunday at specific hours.

Then in Kenya, I will hear from those affected by the ongoing historic drought and food insecurity, which has been exacerbated by the ripple effects of Russia’s assault on Ukraine,” she said “Terminal two should be cleared of any aircraft and vehicles on Sunday 26th February 2023 as from 0600 hours to 1800 hours local time.” As part of security measures put place for the high-profile visit KAA directed that; “Terminal two should be cleared of any aircraft and vehicles on Friday 24th February 2023 as from 1100 hours to 1700hrs local time.”

Biden landed at the airport in Namibia's capital Windhoek on Wednesday afternoon before heading to Heroes' Acre, a war memorial, with the first lady of ...

Her trip will focus on education, health and empowering youth and women, she said in a statement on social media. The Biden administration is planning a slew of high-level visits to Africa this year in an effort to counter the influence of China and Russia on the continent. first lady Jill Biden has arrived in Namibia on the first stop on a five-day Africa tour, part of a push by the United States to strengthen its ties on the continent.

The first lady's trip is part of a commitment by President Joe Biden to deepen U.S. engagement with the fast-growing region.

Clinton returned in 1998 when President Bill Clinton made his first visit to Africa; it was also the first visit to the continent by a U.S. She discussed violent crime in South Africa, along with the need to improve education for Black people in a country that recently had abolished its apartheid policy of racial segregation. In Mozambique, she covered her face with a white mask to help illustrate the benefits of spraying homes with insecticides to combat malaria. Clinton had said she wanted to see the island because of its significance to Black Americans. Her trips mostly focused on promoting the administration’s efforts to combat the spread of HIV, as well as malaria. Obama made a second solo visit to Africa in June 2016, the final year of the Obama administration. Bush](https://apnews.com/hub/laura-bush) traveled to Africa five times on her own between 2005 and 2007 during President George W. She was accompanied by her daughters, Malia and Sasha; her mother, Marian Robinson; and a niece and nephew. She spent time inside the cramped dungeon once used to house male slaves and walked through the “Door of No Return,” from which the slaves were shipped to the New World. Patricia Nixon was the first first lady to travel to Africa on her own. She also met with President Hage Geingob and his wife at the State House. The first lady’s trip is part of a

U.S. first lady Jill Biden has arrived in Namibia on the first stop on a five-day Africa tour, part of a push by the United States to strengthen its ties on ...

Namibian first lady says visit strengthens friendship built during US-Africa Summit held in US last year - Anadolu Agency.

[Anadolu Agency website contains only a portion of the news stories offered to subscribers in the AA News Broadcasting System (HAS), and in summarized form. “I’m honored to host @FLOTUS, Dr Jill Biden, on her first visit to Namibia. Biden will also travel to Kenya which she previously visited twice.

U.S. first lady Jill Biden has opened a five-day, two-day visit to Africa, arriving in Namibia, which has not welcomed a high-level U.S. official since 1996 ...

Clinton returned in 1998 when President Bill Clinton made his first visit to Africa; it was also the first visit to the continent by a U.S. She discussed violent crime in South Africa, along with the need to improve education for Black people in a country that recently had abolished its apartheid policy of racial segregation. In Mozambique, she covered her face with a white mask to help illustrate the benefits of spraying homes with insecticides to combat malaria. Clinton had said she wanted to see the island because of its significance to Black Americans. Her trips mostly focused on promoting the administration's efforts to combat the spread of HIV, as well as malaria. Obama made a second solo visit to Africa in June 2016, the final year of the Obama administration. Bush](https://apnews.com/hub/laura-bush) traveled to Africa five times on her own between 2005 and 2007 during President George W. She was accompanied by her daughters, Malia and Sasha; her mother, Marian Robinson; and a niece and nephew. She spent time inside the cramped dungeon once used to house male slaves and walked through the “Door of No Return,” from which the slaves were shipped to the New World. Patricia Nixon was the first first lady to travel to Africa on her own. She also met with President Hage Geingob and his wife at the State House. The first lady's trip is part of a

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has directed the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to close Terminal 2 on Friday, February 24, and Sunday, ...

Jill is expected to visit Namibia between February 22 and February 23, and thereafter Kenya between February 24 and February 26. The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has directed the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to close Terminal 2 on Friday, February 24, and Sunday, February 26. Terminal 2 will be closed for six hours on Friday from 11am to 5pm, and for 12 hours on Sunday between 6am and 6pm.

Dancers, drummers and Namibia's president and first lady welcomed Jill Biden to their country on Wednesday. Biden is opening a five-day, two-country visit ...

Clinton returned in 1998 when President Bill Clinton made his first visit to Africa; it was also the first visit to the continent by a U.S. She discussed violent crime in South Africa, along with the need to improve education for Black people in a country that recently had abolished its apartheid policy of racial segregation. In Mozambique, she covered her face with a white mask to help illustrate the benefits of spraying homes with insecticides to combat malaria. Clinton had said she wanted to see the island because of its significance to Black Americans. Her trips mostly focused on promoting the administration's efforts to combat the spread of HIV, as well as malaria. Obama made a second solo visit to Africa in June 2016, the final year of the Obama administration. Bush](https://apnews.com/hub/laura-bush) traveled to Africa five times on her own between 2005 and 2007 during President George W. She spent time inside the cramped dungeon once used to house male slaves and walked through the “Door of No Return,” from which the slaves were shipped to the New World. Patricia Nixon was the first first lady to travel to Africa on her own. The two first met in December, when dozens of African leaders flew to Washington for a summit hosted by President Biden. Spiders, ready to go all the way](/news/boys-basketball-vikings-get-2nd-straight-spc-tourney-title-vs-spiders-ready-to-go-all/article_bcea2cce-af5f-11ed-9922-5f7fe16a998d.html#tracking-source=mp-in-article) After flying all night, the first lady was feted at the airport by members of some of Namibia’s ethnic groups — clad in red, white and blue, or bright pink — who greeted her with singing, dancing, drumming and ululating.

U.S. first lady Jill Biden has opened a five-day, two-day visit to Africa, arriving in Namibia, which has not welcomed a high-level U.S. official since 1996 ...

During her five-day visit, Jill Biden will focus on empowering women and young people. She will focus during her trip on empowering women and youth and highlight food insecurity in the Horn of Africa region. U.S.

Dancers, drummers and Namibia's president and first lady welcomed Jill Biden to their country on Wednesday. Biden is opening a five-day, two-country visit ...

Clinton returned in 1998 when President Bill Clinton made his first visit to Africa; it was also the first visit to the continent by a U.S. She discussed violent crime in South Africa, along with the need to improve education for Black people in a country that recently had abolished its apartheid policy of racial segregation. In Mozambique, she covered her face with a white mask to help illustrate the benefits of spraying homes with insecticides to combat malaria. Clinton had said she wanted to see the island because of its significance to Black Americans. Her trips mostly focused on promoting the administration's efforts to combat the spread of HIV, as well as malaria. Obama made a second solo visit to Africa in June 2016, the final year of the Obama administration. Bush](https://apnews.com/hub/laura-bush) traveled to Africa five times on her own between 2005 and 2007 during President George W. She was accompanied by her daughters, Malia and Sasha; her mother, Marian Robinson; and a niece and nephew. She spent time inside the cramped dungeon once used to house male slaves and walked through the “Door of No Return,” from which the slaves were shipped to the New World. Patricia Nixon was the first first lady to travel to Africa on her own. The two first met in December, when dozens of African leaders flew to Washington for a summit hosted by President Biden. After flying all night, the first lady was feted at the airport by members of some of Namibia’s ethnic groups — clad in red, white and blue, or bright pink — who greeted her with singing, dancing, drumming and ululating.

U.S. first lady Jill Biden has opened a five-day, two-day visit to Africa, arriving in Namibia, which has not welcomed a high-level U.S. official since 1996 ...

Clinton returned in 1998 when President Bill Clinton made his first visit to Africa; it was also the first visit to the continent by a U.S. She discussed violent crime in South Africa, along with the need to improve education for Black people in a country that recently had abolished its apartheid policy of racial segregation. In Mozambique, she covered her face with a white mask to help illustrate the benefits of spraying homes with insecticides to combat malaria. Clinton had said she wanted to see the island because of its significance to Black Americans. Her trips mostly focused on promoting the administration's efforts to combat the spread of HIV, as well as malaria. Obama made a second solo visit to Africa in June 2016, the final year of the Obama administration. Bush](https://apnews.com/hub/laura-bush) traveled to Africa five times on her own between 2005 and 2007 during President George W. She was accompanied by her daughters, Malia and Sasha; her mother, Marian Robinson; and a niece and nephew. She spent time inside the cramped dungeon once used to house male slaves and walked through the “Door of No Return,” from which the slaves were shipped to the New World. Patricia Nixon was the first first lady to travel to Africa on her own. The two first met in December, when dozens of African leaders flew to Washington for a summit hosted by President Biden. After flying all night, the first lady was feted at the airport by members of some of Namibia’s ethnic groups — clad in red, white and blue, or bright pink — who greeted her with singing, dancing, drumming and ululating.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has ordered the clearance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's (JKIA's)Terminal II for six hours on Friday to facilitate ...

"Dr. The US Embassy in Nairobi said Biden's visit aims to strengthen partnerships on the African Continent and advance shared priorities between the two allied countries. The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) told stakeholders on Monday it will clear Terminal II from 11am to 6pm.

U.S. first lady Jill Biden, right, attends a wreath laying ceremony at Heroes' Acre in Windhoek Namibia, Feb. 22, 2023. Biden is in the country as part of a ...

Biden plans on Thursday to visit a U.S.-funded project in the capital that focuses on empowering women and children, and to lunch with Geingos. That memorial, with its brutalist sculpture and wide expanses of stone, bears an uncanny similarity to the Heroes' Acre in Zimbabwe's capital, maybe because both memorials were built by the same North Korean company. Jill Biden is the first White House official to visit the country after President Joe Biden last year pledged to send administration officials to the continent. I know it’s the first time an incumbent American first lady has come to the country, and I think what she talked about is very true. Like Biden, Thomas-Greenfield focused part of her visit around a food security crisis in East Africa — something Biden plans to highlight when she visits Kenya later this week. first lady to the southwestern African nation of Namibia — chosen, she said, because of its vibrant democracy.

Jill Biden arrived in Namibia Wednesday for her first visit to Africa as first lady, the wife of U.S. President Joe Biden. Biden's trip will bring attention to ...

She also attended the swearing in of the Africa’s first female president, Liberia’s Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, in 2006. “Mothers are bringing their children from Somalia, walking sometimes 15, 20, 25 days and they lose their children along the way, the children die,” she said. Jellison is a professor of U.S. She used her trips to push for girls’ education. Jill Biden herself points out that she is not an official of the U.S. She supported the programs of her husband George W. “As spouses, we serve the people of our countries, too. Presidential-spouse visits are different from the strategic policy moves of the presidency. National Security Council spokesperson Becky Farmer said Biden will bring attention to the food security crisis in the Horn of Africa. “Putin tried to starve the world,” he said. Biden's trip builds on last year's U.S.- Africa Leaders' summit and as another demonstration of President Biden's commitment that the United States is all-in on Africa...” He discussed it again Tuesday while talking about the effects of Russia’s war in Ukraine on world food supplies.

U.S. first lady Jill Biden is due to speak Thursday at a state luncheon with Namibia's President Hage Geingob and first lady Monica Geingos at the Namibian ...

That memorial, with its brutalist sculpture and wide expanses of stone, bears an uncanny similarity to the Heroes' Acre in Zimbabwe's capital, maybe because both memorials were built by the same North Korean company. Jill Biden is the first White House official to visit the country after President Joe Biden last year pledged to send administration officials to the continent. Like Biden, Thomas-Greenfield focused part of her visit around a food security crisis in East Africa — something Biden plans to highlight when she visits Kenya later this week. While the nation is a multiparty democracy, the same party — Geingob's South West Africa People's Organization — has led since the nation won independence more than three decades ago. Monica and I think it's safe to say that we became good friends instantly." "It is a very vibrant democracy.

Windhoek, Namibia. Mr. President, Madame First Lady; Vice President and Mrs. Mbumba; Madame Pohamba; Distinguished leaders of Namibia's government, ...

As you know, the heroes of your revolution are buried there, and I’d like to end with the thoughts of one of them. Yesterday, Monica and I visited Heroes’ Acre to lay a wreath in honor of all that was sacrificed for Namibia’s independence. We must hold hands with our brothers and sisters not only in Namibia, but across the globe, to reach this goal.” Ya Toivo, thank you for being here and for continuing to keep his memory alive. President—you and your government, which is full of strong women—are setting an example for the world. Today, you continue to lead Namibia forward—and though, as you said, your time in office is coming to a close, I can tell that your service to this country and this continent won’t end soon. As a fellow teacher, you not only helped lead the movement for independence, but you also helped to educate the world about the justice of your cause. And I know that he looks forward to getting to know all of you better. We can be the arms of welcome, the hands of kindness. So I was glad to accept the invitation, and it’s my honor to be with all of you today. And I was inspired by the love you have for your people and the values that we share: liberty, democracy, building a better world for the next generation. And I chose to visit Namibia after meeting your First Lady in December.