August 18, 2026
H.E. HAKAINDE HICHILEMA
PRESIDENT-ELECT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA
LUSAKA
Your Excellency and Dear Brother,
On behalf of the Government and the people of the Republic of Kenya, and on my own behalf, I extend my warmest congratulations to you and the people of the Republic of Zambia on the election held on 15th August, 2026, and on your re-election as President of the Republic of Zambia.
Your resounding and decisive victory is a testament to your unwavering dedication, perseverance and commitment to the advancement of Zambia.
It is, above all, an affirmation of the trust and confidence that the people of Zambia have placed in your visionary leadership towards advancing the nation’s development and prosperity.
Kenya holds its relations with the Republic of Zambia in high esteem. Over the years, our two countries have fostered deep and enduring cooperation at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
Kenya regards Zambia not only as a brotherly nation, but also as a valuable partner and ally in the region.
Dear Brother, I look forward to continuing to work closely with you to further solidify and broaden the bonds of friendship and cooperation between our two nations.
I wish you every success in your second term in office and continued peace, unity and prosperity for the people of Zambia.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration.
HIS EXCELLENCY HON. WILLIAM SAMOEI RUTO, PhD, C.G.H.,
PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA.
