This archive report was first published on 19 June 2020.
June 19, 2020 - President Uhuru Kenyatta's tireless efforts to secure Kenya's seat in the UN Security Council have finally borne fruit, with the country being voted in as a non-permanent member.
President Kenyatta's diplomatic endeavors, which took him across continents, have paid off, showcasing Kenya's growing influence in Africa and globally. The President's message of peace, stability, and prosperity resonated with world leaders, who voted in favor of Kenya's bid.
According to President Kenyatta, Kenya's win is a demonstration of the country's growing profile and influence in the community of nations as a steadfast and dependable development partner. He emphasized that the country's priority focus would be on a pan-Africanist agenda of global peace, solidarity, and multilateralism.
"A vote for Kenya is a vote for peace. A vote for Kenya is a vote for global solidarity. A vote for Kenya is a vote for multilateralism," President Kenyatta said in a statement.
President Kenyatta's lobbying efforts were not limited to African leaders. He also wooed Caribbean Heads of State to back Kenya's bid for the UN Security Council slot. His efforts were successful, with only Djibouti challenging Kenya's bid.
President Kenyatta's achievement is a testament to his leadership skills and his ability to negotiate on behalf of Kenya's interests. He has done the country proud and is indeed a great symbol of peace, stability, and prosperity in Africa.
