Kenyan Ambassador visits GVSU

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—Peter N.R.O. Ogego, the ambassador of Kenya to the United States, will give a presentation on business partnerships and opportunities in Kenya at Grand Valley State University.

Ogego will talk about the Kenyan government’s economic strategy, “Vision 2030,” which is covered by three pillars of opportunity for businesses. Ogego’s topics will also include Kenya’s current economic climate, new business opportunities in tourism and gaming and an overview Kenya’s people and culture. The presentation will be Friday, August 24 from 2-4 p.m. in the University Club room of the DeVos Center on Grand Valley’s Pew Grand Rapids Campus.

Ambassador Ogego holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and international law and has a master’s degree in public organization and management from the Makerere University in Uganda.

There is no fee to attend and parking will be available. For more information or to RSVP, e-mail [email protected].

The visit is sponsored by the Van Andel Global Trade Center, the Michigan Small Business and Technology Development Center, the Michigan District Export Council and the World Affairs Council of Western Michigan.