Audio By Vocalize Today we celebrate King Willem-Alexander’s birthday, our National Day, in Nairobi. On the actual King’s Day, April 27, the Netherlands transforms into a sea of orange. People across the country, in cities and towns big and small, come out and celebrate. It is a true feast! Something else is happening today as well. The high-level Joint Trade Committee (JTC) between our two countries is taking place in the Netherlands. Because parties are great, but business must go on. Initiated during last year’s State Visit of the Netherlands to Kenya, the JTC provides a structured platform to…
Author: By Henk Jan Bakker
Flowers sold at City Market, Nairobi. February 13, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]. Recent news reports have indicated that Kenya’s flower exports have dipped — not because of fading demand, but because of a shortage in air freight capacity. The message is clear: It’s time to rethink how we move our blooms. Shifting toward rail and sea transport isn’t just a greener alternative; it’s also more cost-effective. The Netherlands and Kenya are already rolling up their sleeves to build up and develop this “cool logistics” chain — one that keeps products fresh throughout transit. The flower trade between Kenya and the…