ICRC Nairobi Regional Delegation

Protecting civilians also means protecting the environment they depend on.

Together with , we held a 3-day workshop on international standards of law enforcement at the National Police Leadership Academy, for 32 commanders of the Nairobi Regional Command, strengthening their knowledge on international law enforcement operations.

International humanitarian law exists to protected people from the effects of armed conflict. Attacking civilians or civilian property is not allowed.

It was a privilege to engage in inspiring discussions with humanitarian professionals from across Eastern Africa during the Senior Humanitarian Professionals and Policymakers Course. The exchange of perspectives and experiences provided valuable insights into humanitarian action, protection, and informed decision-making in situations of armed conflict, while strengthening efforts to advance for the long term.

Healthcare is vital, including in places of detention. In 2025, continued efforts helped strengthen health services in prisons across Kenya, supporting continuity of care. 🏥

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Behind emergency responses are supply chains that ensure essential items reach the communities that need them 📦.

In 2025, the Nairobi-based Logistics Support Center ensured vital supplies to support humanitarian operations globally. Learn more here: http://ms.spr.ly/6185vpwsS

🎓 Engaging legal students beyond the classroom helps bring international humanitarian law closer to the future lawyers.

In 2025, through discussions, conflict simulations and moot courts, students got to explore how the law applies in real-world situations of conflict and protection.

In 2025, we improved access to safe water to help ease daily challenges brought by climate and other hardships. Access to clean water helps in the restoration of health, dignity, and livelihoods of communities.

Read more on our 2025 work and impact here: http://ms.spr.ly/6187vRz2W

Final Call.

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Supporting communities also means caring for the teams that stand with them.

ICRC Staff Health medics from across English-speaking Africa recently came together to exchange experiences, strengthen skills, and deepen preparedness in supporting staff wellbeing.

From psychological first aid to lifesaving emergency response training, continued learning helps ensure staff are better supported, physically and mentally, wherever they work.