Will Ruto’s US trip help diminish Chinese influence in East Africa?
Kenya’s President William Ruto sits on President Joe Biden's seat at the oval office in the White House, Washington DC, US on May 23, 2024. PHOTO | PCS
Kenya is earning a central role in helping push Washington’s rivals to the periphery of the East African region, reflecting Nairobi’s growing stature in the eyes of Americans.
After a three-day State visit to the US this week, President William Ruto witnessed several multimillion-dollar deals in infrastructure and security. But these are a reward for his staying closer to Washington in the past 20 months of his administration.
