United States to Kenya Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard/SCREENSHOTOutgoing United States Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard has shared a heartfelt message with Kenyans as he concludes his tour of duty in the country.
He shared the message on his X account, noting that when he first arrived in Kenya, he knew he was entering a country filled with promise and heritage, but he never expected it to feel like home so quickly.
“When I first came to Kenya, I knew I was coming to a country full of promise and deep heritage, but what I did not expect was how quickly it would feel like home,” Dillard said.
He highlighted that throughout his time in the country, he worked with people from the government, civil society, and the Kenyan public, describing his service as a journey of friendship and connection.
“I had the honour of working with incredible partners in government, civil society, the private sector, and most importantly, the people of Kenya. From the capital to the coast, west to north, I have seen firsthand the strength and spirit that define this country,” he added.
“Serving here has been more than a diplomatic assignment—it has been a journey of friendship, learning, and connection,” noted Dillard.
Dillard is a career diplomat. He served as Chargé d’Affaires following the resignation of Ambassador Meg Whitman.
Whitman, who former U.S. President Joe Biden appointed, resigned in November 2024 after serving for two years.
Before that, Dillard served as her deputy.
With his departure, the U.S. State Department is expected to deploy a new ambassador to Kenya.
During his tenure, Dillard engaged in high-level diplomatic activities, including meetings with Kenyan officials to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
