US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman says Kenya was becoming the destination of choice for many because it’s the most stable democracy in the region.
Speaking on Wednesday in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, during the official opening of the 8th Devolution Conference,Whitman said last year’s General Election was free and fair, having confirmed by the Supreme Court.
“What I witnessed was nothing short of remarkable.
“Kenya held what many analysts and commentators say was free, fairest and most credible election in Kenyan history,” she said.
Whitman said Kenya remains gateway to not only East Africa wealth but also Africa as a whole that need to be exploited.
She lauded the ongoing efforts eliminate corruption, adding that it was impressive that there were positive efforts in the fight against corruption in Kenya.
“President Ruto has introduced firm measures to eliminate corruption that has led to sacking of top Government officials involved in the vice,” said Whitman.
She noted that the kind of tertiary education in Kenya has made it possible for the country to have the best workforce in the world.
