VISIT BY THE AMBASSADOR OF AZERBAIJAN TO KENYA

On 28 May 2025, we had the honour of hosting His Excellency Sultan Hajiyev, the Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Kenya, at our headquarters in Karen where he was received by the Director, Brigadier Joyce Sitienei.
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During the visit, we held productive discussions on potential areas of collaboration, with a focus on supporting Azerbaijan through training in humanitarian Demining.
Our Director, Brigadier Sitienei, highlighted our extensive experience in this critical field, tracing back to the early 2000s with the establishment of the Humanitarian Peace Support School. At that time, the school was instrumental in preparing deminers to support the United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea (UNMEE).
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Ambassador Hajiyev commended the Centre for its exemplary contributions to peace and security and expressed a strong interest in forging future partnerships.
This visit lays a strong foundation for deeper cooperation in advancing humanitarian efforts globally.
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JOINT CONTROL BOARD

On 21 May 2025, we convened our bi-annual Joint Control Board meeting at the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS) chaired by the Assistant Chief of Defence Forces – Operations, Doctrine, and Training, Major General F. Leuria. This high-level forum brought together our key strategic partners and stakeholders to collectively review our progress, evaluate the implementation of ongoing initiatives, and align our future training and operational objectives.
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The meeting also served as a platform to reinforce collaboration, transparency, and mutual accountability in support of our shared goals.
As part of the event, Major General Leuria officially commissioned a newly constructed accommodation block, a significant infrastructure milestone aimed at bolstering our training capacity. This development underscores our ongoing commitment to investing in modern infrastructure to support operational effectiveness and long-term sustainability.
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The Joint Control Board meeting concluded with renewed commitments from all partners to continue supporting capacity-building efforts, resource optimization, and the strategic growth of our training programs.

CAREER GUIDANCE AT EMBAKASI GARRISON SECONDARY SCHOOL

On 14 May 2025, a team from the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC), led by Lt Col Gekara Onsongo, visited Embakasi Garrison Secondary School for a career guidance session.
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They were warmly received by the Deputy Principal and staff, with the event kicking off with a flag-raising ceremony and introductions.
The team engaged students through motivational talks, interactive sessions, and group discussions based on class levels. Topics included career planning, academic performance, and life skills such as decision-making and overcoming challenges like drug abuse and early pregnancies.
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Students had the opportunity to ask questions, share their aspirations, and receive tailored advice from the IPSTC team. Interns from IPSTC also shared personal stories and words of encouragement, creating a relatable and impactful experience for the learners.
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The day concluded with a Q&A forum, a gifting session, and a symbolic tree planting ceremony to mark the partnership. It was a successful and inspiring event that left students empowered and better informed about their futures

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