Secretary Blinken’s Call with Kenyan President Kenyatta

The following Readout was published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs on Aug. 13. It is reproduced in full below.

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price:

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta to discuss the Secretary’s recent visit to South Africa, the DRC, and Rwanda, noting his appreciation for President Kenyatta’s continued efforts to advance regional peace and security. Secretary Blinken encouraged continued peace and patience as the vote tallying from Kenya’s August 9 election proceeds.

Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs