• In a surprising twist of events, the U.S. Ambassador to Kenya, Meg Whitman, officially tendered her resignation just days after the victory of Donald Trump in the recent U.S. presidential election. Whitman, who has held the position since 2022, shared the news of her departure during a public statement, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve and reflecting on her time in Kenya.

In a surprising twist of events, the U.S. Ambassador to Kenya, Meg Whitman, officially tendered her resignation just days after the victory of Donald Trump in the recent U.S. presidential election. Whitman, who has held the position since 2022, shared the news of her departure during a public statement, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve and reflecting on her time in Kenya.

Whitman is an experienced businesswoman and also doubles up as the former CEO of eBay and Hewlett-Packard Enterprise.

She was appointed to the ambassadorship under President Joe Biden’s administration. During her tenure, she has been instrumental in strengthening diplomatic ties between Kenya and the United States, particularly in areas of economic cooperation, security, and healthcare. Her efforts as an ambassador have been invested in empowering several projects such as trade investments, humanitarian aid and strengthening the relationship between the two nations.

However, her resignation from office comes after a publicized fallout over policy disagreements related to Trump’s election victory, highlighting a sharp divide within American political circles.

In her time in Kenya, she was known for her firm stand on issues of governance and policies. Whitman had been a vocal advocate for many Biden administration policies, which often contrasted with Trump's platform. Sources close to the ambassador indicate that Whitman’s resignation may reflect her differences with the new administration’s direction.

In her farewell statement, Whitman expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to work alongside Kenyan officials and the people of Kenya, emphasizing the progress made on shared goals. "It has been a privilege to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to Kenya and to build upon the friendship and mutual respect between our two countries," she said.

Whitman’s departure marks a notable shift in U.S.-Kenya relations as the incoming administration transitions into office. While the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi has yet to announce her replacement, many are watching closely to see how Trump's foreign policy will shape future diplomatic engagement with Kenya