A Kenyan former UN ambassador criticizes the US government’s advice on Cabinet secretary vetting, despite Kenya’s agreement. The US Embassy emphasized integrity issues, urging MPs to reject tainted nominees. In response, Kenya’s former UN ambassador, Martin Kimani, labeled it a distracting lecture from America’s global issues. Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs supported the US stance on integrity concerns. The Cabinet reshuffle stemmed from youth protests, leading to a new diverse team of nominees. Tensions rose as US-Kenya relations were strained over tax laws and civil liberties. Despite hurdles, the US designated Kenya as a major ally, signaling developing ties.
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