NAIROBI, Kenya — The Danish Red Cross has marked 150 years of humanitarian service, celebrating a legacy that began in 1876 and has helped shape humanitarian action across the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
The milestone was commemorated on 5 November 2026, with the Kenya Red Cross Society joining the celebrations to recognise the Danish organisation's longstanding commitment to helping vulnerable communities.
Speaking during the event, Kenya Red Cross Society Secretary General Dr Ahmed Idris congratulated the Danish Red Cross on reaching the milestone, praising its resilience, dedication and continued service to humanity.
Dr Idris also expressed gratitude to the wider Red Cross and Red Crescent community for its continued trust. He acknowledged the longstanding partnership between the Danish Red Cross and Kenya Red Cross Society, noting the importance of working together to support communities in need.
The celebration provided an opportunity to reflect on the contribution of the Danish Red Cross to humanitarian work and the impact of partnerships in strengthening community resilience and supporting vulnerable populations.
As the Danish Red Cross looks back on a century and a half of service, the milestone also highlights the enduring importance of solidarity, cooperation and collective action in addressing humanitarian needs.
