Uhuru Congratulates US President-Elect Joe Biden

President Kenyatta has congratulated Joseph Robinette Biden following his election as the 46th President of the United States.

Kenyatta termed Biden’s emphatic victory against incumbent Donald Trump as an indication of the faith the American people have in his leadership credentials.

“Americans have spoken loudly and clearly through their votes by picking a highly experienced, colorfully decorated and long-serving leader to become their next Head of State,” Uhuru said in a statement released by State House.

“On behalf of the People and the Government of the Republic of Kenya, I congratulate President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris for their emphatic win and wish them all the best as they prepare to lead the United States of America into a future of prosperity.” 

Uhuru further described Biden, 77, as a friend of Kenya who helped renew US-Kenya ties during his tenure as the US Vice-President between 2009 and 2016.
 
“His win, therefore, presents an even bigger and better platform for our two countries to collaborate more closely for the prosperity of the people of our two nations,” added Kenyatta.

Uhuru wished Biden good health and pledged Kenya’s continued solidarity with the US going forward. 

He also applauded Vice President-elect Kamala Harris for making history as the first woman to occupy the second most powerful seat in American political history.

At the same time, Uhuru thanked President Trump for working closely with Kenya during his four-year term and wished him well as he exits the office.