US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman has announced her resignation.
In a statement on Wednesday, November 13, Whitman revealed that she had tendered her resignation to outgoing US President Joe Biden.
She noted that it was an honor and privilege for her to serve the American people through strengthening the US partnership with Kenya.
“Today, I announced to my team at the U.S. embassy that I submitted my resignation to President Biden. It has been an honor and privilege to serve the American people through strengthening our partnership with Kenya. I am proud of leading a people-centered agenda that saves lives, increases security, and. creates economic opportunities for Kenyans and Americans,” read the statement in part.
Ambassador Whitman highlighted some of her achievements including the elevation of Kenya to be a major Non-Nato ally in sub-Saharan Africa.
“My efforts also opened the door for more American companies to do business in Kenya. When I arrived in 2022, I focused on expanding these ties with my “Why Africa, Why Kenya?” presentation to American companies and entrepreneurs.
“Trade, jobs, and U.S. 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 non-immigrant visa appointments from more than two years to about two months, among other enhancements,” Whitman stated.
She further acknowledged the ongoing efforts of U.S. embassy staff and expressed confidence in the future of Nairobi and Washington’s bilateral relationship.
Following her departure, Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard will be leading the team at the Embassy until her position is filled.
“I wish him and his new. team success. Our Embassy benefits from highly skilled Kenyan and American employees. who will continue their efforts under the leadership of Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard to advance the shared goals on which our bilateral relationship has long been grounded,” Whitman added.
“I have no doubt that our 60 years of partnership will continue to strengthen and serve Americans and Kenyans as we aim to build more prosperous, healthy, secure, and democratic nations. Our relations are stronger than ever, and I am confident this trajectory will continue.”
Whitman’s resignation comes just days after Donald Trump’s victory in the recently held US elections.
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