William Ruto Receives Outstanding Leaders Award From US Chamber Of Commerce

• President William Ruto received the US-Kenya Business Center's Outstanding Leaders Award during his State visit to the US
• Susan Clark, President and CEO of the US Chamber of Commerce, presented the award at the U.S.-Africa Business Forum in Washington, D.C.
• Vice President Kamala Harris was also in attendance at the event held at the Chamber of Commerce
• Clark praised Ruto for his efforts in attracting foreign investments to Kenya and the African continent, highlighting his dedication to Kenya's economic growth

Didacus Malowa, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.

Washington D.C.- President William Ruto has been feted with the US-Kenya Business Center's Outstanding Leaders Award during his State visit to the US.

Why was Ruto awarded?

The Kenyan head of state was bestowed the honour by the American Chamber of Commerce.

Ruto was given the award by US Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Susan Clark during the U.S.-Africa Business Forum on Friday, May 24.

Vice President Kamala Harris also attended the event at the Chamber of Commerce in Washington D.C.

Clark lauded Ruto for his work in attracting foreign investments to Kenya and the African continent.

She stated the award was for Ruto's work in promoting business-led solutions and commitment to trade initiatives to grow Kenya's economy.

"In recognition of your work to really promote business-led solutions and your steadfast commitment to trade and investment initiatives to grow Kenya's economy, it is my honour to present to you the US.-Africa Business Centres Outstanding Leaders Award," she said.

She added that Ruto was the fourth recipient of the award, stating that they were grateful for his leadership.

Ruto woos US companies

The head of state told the forum that Kenya was ready for foreign investors and would help them realize their visions.

"Kenya works, and we mean business. When it comes to investment, we are ready for you. Let's bring your vision to reality. And let us build Kenya together with your companies," he said.

Ruto's sentiments were echoed by Clark, who said that Kenya has limitless private sector potential if the American market is willing to seize it.

Jill Biden welcomes William Ruto to Washington DC

Earlier, Ruto and Mama Rachel Ruto arrived at Joint Andrews Air Force Base, where they were welcomed by US First Lady Jill Biden ahead of their planned engagements.

The arrival ceremony for Ruto was marked by customary formalities, underscoring the diplomatic relationship between the two countries.

What you need to know about Ruto's state visit

• In President William Ruto's state visit to the United States, Kenya received a massive boost in its military operations and peacekeeping mission.
• Ruto was lauded by US Congress Members for candidly explaining Kenya's borrowing plan
• The owners of the controversial KSh 200,000 million jet that Ruto hired said it can fly for 10 to 12 hours nonstop.

Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura Guthua, journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke

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