The United States of America (USA) Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman has resigned.
The U.S Ambassador, who acted the head of the U.S Embassy in Nairobi from March 2022 has tendered her resignation just days after calls for her resignation in Social media.
Whitman on Wednesday, November 13, announced that she submitted her resignation to President Biden.
Whitman has highlighted some of her successes during her time in Kenya, including delivering emergency funding to alleviate catastrophic flooding in 2023 to the ongoing fight against malaria, HIV, and MPOX.
Further, she has explained that the embassy will be headed by the Deputy Chief of Mission Marc Dillard in her absence until another ambassador is selected by President Donald Trump.
“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,” the letter reads in part.
Here is the full resignation letter.
“Today, I announced to my team at the U.S. embassy that I submitted my resignation to President Biden. It has been an honour and privilege to serve the American people through strengthening our partnership with Kenya.
“I am proud of leading a people-centred agenda that saves lives, increases security, and creates economic opportunities for Kenyans and Americans. From delivering emergency funding to alleviate catastrophic flooding in 2023 to the ongoing fight against malaria, HIV, and MPOX, the U.S government prioritizes the health and welfare of our friends in Kenya.
“This year, the United States elevated Kenya as its first Major Non-NATO ally in sub-Saharan Africa, reflecting the importance our countries place on standing shoulder to shoulder to protect our shared democratic values and enhance security.
“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.
The U.S Ambassador, has been a close ally to President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration, with reports indicating she pulled the Strings during President's Visit to United States earlier this year.
