فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Nairobi – November 4, 2025 – Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Asma, sister of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi around 2:00 PM on November 4, 2025, to begin an official three-day working visit. The visit focused on strengthening cooperation in the field of auditory health, particularly supporting children suffering from severe hearing loss, through a joint cochlear implant program. The Princess was received by First Lady Rachel Ruto, along with senior government officials, in a warm welcome that included a handshake and joint walk on the airport tarmac, as documented in official photographs.
Key Events of the Visit
- Day of Arrival (November 4): A state dinner was held at State House to celebrate bilateral relations.
- November 5: Visit to Kenyatta National Hospital to follow up on the cochlear implant program, and signing of a memorandum of understanding to enhance health cooperation.
- Period from November 3 to 7: Surgical operations conducted by a Moroccan medical team, targeting 50-70 children.
The Lalla Asma Foundation for Deaf Children, established in 2002, donated 120 million Kenyan shillings (58 cochlear devices and 7 surgical kits), as part of the “Voice of Children” program led by First Lady Rachel Ruto.
Expected Impact and Humanitarian Context
The visit contributes to improving access to specialized care for Kenyan children, with knowledge exchange between medical teams and enhanced social integration. It reflects Morocco’s commitment to humanitarian diplomacy in Africa, strengthening bilateral ties in health and education. Kenyan authorities expressed their gratitude, emphasizing the shared role in child empowerment.
Program Schedule
| Date | Main Activity | Details |
|---|---|---|
| November 4 | Arrival and state dinner | Official welcome at airport and State House |
| November 5 | Hospital visit and MoU signing | Follow-up on operations and enhanced cooperation |
| November 3-7 | Surgical operations | 50-70 operations for children |
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