Ruto Jets Out To Baku For The World Urban Forum

Ruto Jets Out To Baku For The World Urban Forum

President William Ruto flew to Azerbaijan this evening to represent Kenya’s affordable housing plan at the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13).

This comes as the government tries to expand worldwide alliances and investments in housing and urban renewal initiatives.

Kenya has been invited to the high-level event to recognize its achievements and leadership in affordable housing and sustainable urban development.

Hussein Mohamed, State House Spokesperson, delivered this statement on Saturday, May 16.

Press Release: Kenya’s Affordable Housing Programme Takes Centre Stage at World Urban Forum pic.twitter.com/wY7EiRRgfp

— Hussein Mohamed, MBS. (@HusseinMohamedg) May 16, 2026

UN-Habitat’s worldwide event will bring together governments, investors, development partners, cities, and civil society groups to discuss solutions to the world’s rising housing crisis.

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Kenya and Azerbaijan enjoy cordial diplomatic relations founded on a shared commitment to progress and mutual prosperity.

We are exploring strategic areas of partnership to unlock the vast potential for cooperation between our two nations and expand opportunities for our people.… pic.twitter.com/9YrCFII9o3

— William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) May 17, 2026

“President William Ruto departs this evening for Baku, Azerbaijan, to attend the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum, where Kenya has been invited in recognition of its leadership and success in affordable housing and sustainable urban development,” the statement read in part.

During the forum in Baku, Ruto is expected to showcase the impact of the Affordable Housing Programme, which the government says has helped transform informal settlements.

Arrived in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum.

This meeting is a vital platform for advancing partnerships and practical solutions for sustainable urban development.

Our invitation, in recognition of Kenya’s leadership in affordable housing and… pic.twitter.com/2yktoHoR2i

— William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) May 17, 2026

At the same time, the government will also use the platform to seek new partnerships and investments aimed at expanding affordable housing projects and accelerating urban renewal programmes across the country.

“The Forum will also provide an opportunity for Kenya to mobilise partnerships and investments to expand and scale the Affordable Housing Programme and urban renewal initiatives, including the Nairobi Rivers Regeneration Programme,” the statement added.

Ruto Jets Out To Baku For The World Urban Forum