Norway’s Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Mr. Victor Ronneberg has lauded the National Council of Churches of Kenya for her various initiatives in the country that directly affect the lives of Kenyans.
Speaking during his courtesy call to NCCK’s General Secretary Reverend Canon Peter Karanja, the Ambassador underscored the role of ecumenical institutions in the country especially on matters touching on governance and social issues.
During the meeting, the two leaders discussed a wide range of issues among them preparations for next year’s general election in Kenya, cooperation among various faiths and corruption.
Canon Karanja appreciated missionary work in the country particularly the agitation for Kenya’s independence. He said that the Council will continue to engage in the socio-political arena in the country which remained the Council’s major contribution.
Canon Karanja said: “We are committed to the engagement of communities and building bridges among communities. We also remain permanently engaged on electoral processes and monitor what is going on there.”
The meeting was also attended by NCCK’s Deputy General Secretary Dr. Nelson Makanda, Programmes Director Susie Ibutu, Senior Programmes Manager for Governance Joseph Ng’etich and Norwegian Counsellor for Development Stein Erik Horjen.
