It is with pleasure on behalf of the Board of Confucius Institute members to thank Kenyatta University, Shandong Normal University and the Confucius institute Headquarters, Hanban for the establishment of the Institute. The establishment of the Institute was a major milestone towards strengthening the good relationship between Kenya and China. With joint efforts of Kenyatta University, Shandong Normal University and the Confucius Institute Headquarters, Hanban, the Confucius Institute at Kenyatta University will continue to expand and act as a bridge between Kenya and China.

The place of Chinese language and culture in global economy today cannot be over-emphasized. It is thus gratifying to note that Kenyatta University is amongst the pioneering institutions in this region to establish the Confucius institute.

PROF. LEONARD KISOVI
CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE