Nairobi Trust Summit adopts 29-point plan to rebuild global confidence

The inaugural Nairobi Trust Summit has adopted a 29-point Call to Action proposing reforms to public institutions, multilateral systems and digital governance to address declining public confidence across societies.

Secretary to the Cabinet Mercy Wanjau addresses the close of the Nairobi Trust Summit on October 23, 2026. She was representing DP Prof. Kithure Kindiki. PHOTO | COURTESY

The agreement, adopted at the three-day summit held in Nairobi from October 21 to 23, 2026, also proposes the establishment of a Coalition on Global Trust, a Nairobi Trust Council to be hosted by Kenya, and a Global Trust Facility under the United Nations to finance initiatives aimed at strengthening public confidence and international cooperation.

The summit, held under the theme “Weaving Trust: Binding Strands for a Stronger Global Order,” brought together government representatives, international organisations, business leaders, civil society groups, academics, technology experts, media representatives and young people.

Source: Citizen Digital