Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has welcomed a shift in United States policy towards Africa, noting a move away from traditional aid-based relations towards a more trade- and investment-driven partnership.Speaking during celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of U.S.independence at the U.S.

Embassy in Nairobi, Mudavadi said Kenya sees this new direction as an opportunity to build more balanced and mutually beneficial economic ties with Washington.

He emphasized that Kenya is keen on concluding ongoing discussions for a bilateral trade agreement with the United States, which he believes will strengthen cooperation in key sectors.These include manufacturing, energy diversification, digital technology, the creative economy, security cooperation, and joint research initiatives.According to him, the evolving U.S.approach aligns well with Kenya’s development priorities and long-term economic strategy.

Mudavadi also highlighted the strong historical relationship between the two countries, anchored on shared democratic values such as rule of law, human rights, anti-corruption efforts, and cooperation in health and security matters.

He further reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to holding free and credible elections in 2027, noting increased government funding for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to support voter registration and civic education.

On broader African issues, he called for stronger global support for African Union-led peace efforts, stressing the need for coordinated international action to address ongoing conflicts.He also conveyed President William Ruto’s congratulations to the United States on its 250th independence anniversary.U.S.

Chargé d’Affaires Susan Burns, in response, reaffirmed Washington’s interest in deepening cooperation with Kenya through innovation, private sector investment, and democratic values.

She described Kenya as a leading innovation hub in Africa, citing successes in fintech, artificial intelligence, clean energy, and agriculture, and noted growing involvement of major U.S.tech firms in the country.