The United States of America First Lady Jill Biden is set to make her first visit to Kenya.
This will be her first time in the country since her husband, Joe Biden, was elected the US President.
“Today, I’m heading to Africa for my sixth visit to the continent, and my first as First Lady,” Jill said on Tuesday.
In a statement, Kenya Airport Authority announced the closure of Terminal Two at JKIA on Friday and Sunday at specific hours.
“JKIA will be facilitating a VVIP movement in the course of this month,” reads the letter dated February 20, 2023.
To that effect, Terminal 2 should be cleared of any aircraft and vehicles on Friday, February 24, 2023, from 11: 00 am to 5 pm.
At the same time, the same terminal will also be cleared of the same on Sunday, February 26, 2023, from 6 am to 6 pm.
As a result of the VVIP movement, KAA has advised the JKIA stakeholders to relocate their operations to terminal one within the stipulated period to allow smooth facilitation of Jill Biden’s visit.
In Kenya, Jill Biden will meet and engage with those affected by drought and facing food insecurity.
“Then in Kenya, I will hear from those affected by the ongoing historic drought and food insecurity, which has been exacerbated by the ripple effects of Russia’s assault on Ukraine,” she said.
The US First Lady said despite Kenya being miles away from the US, whatever affects the nation also impacts them overseas.
“Our world is connected. What happens oceans away, affects us all,” Jill said.
The First Lady highlighted that she has always had strong support for women and youths globally.
