Ed Barnett
Ed Barnett is the British Deputy High Commissioner to Kenya, recognized for his efforts in strengthening bilateral relations and promoting sustainable economic partnerships. He was in the news for his comments on the launch of a cotton processing plant in Lamu, emphasizing the importance of reducing reliance on imports and enhancing Kenya's cotton industry.
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Deputy British High Commissioner to Kenya Ed Barnett said both governments would continue working with industry to deepen supply chains and ease trade and investment.
Kenya-UK trade reaches all time high of Sh360b
Kenya· 2026-02-06
Deputy High Commissioner to Kenya, Dr Ed Barnett, will be in charge for the meantime.
UK envoy to Kenya, Neil Wigan's mission comes to an endKenya· 2025-08-12
Dr Ed Barnett, Deputy High Commissioner to Kenya, will serve as Chargé until a successor is named.
British envoy Neil Wigan to leave Kenya for top role in LondonKenya· 2025-08-11
British Deputy High Commissioner Ed Barnett discussed the collaboration on clean energy transition with Makueni County.
Kenya, UK deal boosts climate change responseKenya· 2025-07-14
British deputy high commissioner Ed Barnett noted that the project will reduce reliance on imports and put money in the pockets of farmers.
Lamu cotton plant to boost Coast farmers, create 5,000 jobsKenya· 2025-05-06
Ed Barnett, British Deputy High Commissioner to Kenya, emphasized the UK's long-term partnership for economic growth in Kenya.
Kenya, UK launch Lamu cotton processing plant to boost economy, jobsKenya· 2025-04-30