Thursday, November 14, 2024 – The United States Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman has resigned from her ambassadorial role days after Donald Trump was elected as the 47th President of the United States.
Meg Whitman’s resignation came
as a relief for most Kenyans, who had fallen out bitterly with her over her tendencies to support President William Ruto and his punitive policies.
While announcing her
resignation, Whitman revealed that she had submitted her resignation
letter to U.S. President Joe Biden.
Meg Whitman went ahead to term
her role as the US ambassador as an "honour and privilege" and that
under her service, the United States was able to strengthen its partnership
with Kenya.
"From delivering emergency
funding to alleviate catastrophic flooding in 2023 to the ongoing fight against
malaria, HIV, and MPOX, the US government prioritizes the health and welfare of
our friends in Kenya," read part of the statement.
Other notable achievements the
US ambassador to Kenya highlighted include the decision by the US government to
elevate Kenya as its first major non-NATO ally in sub-Saharan Africa.
According to Whitman, the
achievements reflected the importance of both countries' ability to stand up for each other, protect their shared democratic values, and enhance security.
"Trade, jobs, and US investment in Kenya are at historic highs because of our efforts.
"We also
responded to the skyrocketing demand for our consular services, reducing wait
times for nonimmigrant visa appointments from more than two years to about two
months," Whitman noted.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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