New IFAD Country director takes office as Kenya partnership nears 50 years
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Matteo Marchisio has taken office as the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Country Director and Representative to Kenya after presenting his credentials to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.
Marchisio assumes the role as Kenya and the United Nations specialised agency approach five decades of cooperation focused on agricultural development, rural livelihoods and climate resilience.
“IFAD remains firmly committed to supporting rural livelihoods, food security and climate resilience. Mutual commitment and shared ownership are at the heart of our partnership with Kenya, and we look forward to continuing our close partnership with the Government of Kenya and our partners to advance national development priorities and create greater opportunities for rural communities,” Marchisio said.