IGAD Executive Secretary Amb. Mahboub Maalim and the President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya joined other dignitaries during the 50 year celebration of the Kenya Red Cross Society. President Uhuru is the Patron of the Kenya Red Cross.

Both were awarded medals for their contribution to the work of the Kenya Red Cross and for their humanitarian work”

The Red Cross is an important partner of IGAD and we recognise the good work they undertake to respond to humanitarian needs and in building resilience in arid lands and among pastoral communities, said Amb. Mahbob”