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Susan Burns

Also known as: Acting United States Ambassador to Kenya Susan Burns

US Chargé d'Affaires and Chief of Mission to Kenya, leading health partnership discussions and public diplomacy initiatives with Kenyan counterparts.

2026-04-282026-08-23

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    The five-year cooperation framework, valued at $2.5 billion (Sh325 billion), was signed by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, alongside the US delegation led by Chargé d'Affaires Susan Burns.

    Kenya, US seal Sh325b health deal as G2G funding model takes effect
  3. Capital News

    Chargé d’Affaires Susan Burns. The agreement establishes the framework that will guide health cooperation between the two countries by outlining shared priorities, funding commitments, implementation targets and accountability mechanisms.

    Kenya, US Sign Sh206bn Health Partnership Deal to Support UHC and Disease Control Programmes
  4. Citizen Digital

    US envoy Burns hails World Cup's role in bringing people together By Angel Shantel July 06, 2026 05:14 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter United States players celebrate victory after the FIFA World Cup 2026 R

    US envoy Burns hails World Cup's role in bringing people together
  5. Citizen Digital

    US envoy Burns hails World Cup's role in bringing people together By Angel Shantel July 06, 2026 05:14 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter United States players celebrate victory after the FIFA World Cup 2026 R

    US envoy Burns hails World Cup's role in bringing people together
  6. Capital News

    Chargé d’Affaires Susan Burns said the occasion was not only a celebration of America’s historic journey but also a reflection of the enduring partnership between the United States and Kenya.

    U.S. Marks 250 Years of Independence with Grand Celebration in Nairobi
  7. Capital News

    Chargé d’Affaires Susan Burns said the United States is seeking to deepen its partnership with Kenya through innovation, private sector investment and support for democratic values, describing the two countries as natural partners in shaping Africa’s technological future.

    Mudavadi Hails Trump’s Trade-First Africa Policy As Kenya Eyes Stronger U.S. Economic Ties
  8. June 2026
  9. Capital News

    The progress review emerged during a high-level meeting between Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and a United States delegation led by US Chargé d’Affaires Susan Burns, where officials assessed the status of ongoing reforms and preparations aimed at sustaining vital healthcare

    Kenya, US Confirm July Rollout of New Health Partnership as Duale, Burns Review Key Milestones
  10. The Standard

    Following her resignation after Trump's election victory in November 2024, the US Embassy in Nairobi has been led in an acting capacity by chargé d’affaires Marc Dillard, Carla Benini and Susan Burns, as at today, June 2, who have managed day-to-day diplomatic operations pending

    Trump nominates career diplomat Henry Wooster as US ambassador to Kenya
  11. May 2026
  12. Citizen Digital

    Next week, we shall hold a major meeting in Laikipia." Likewise, Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka said that the political faction will seek to meet the United States Chargé d'Affaires in Kenya is Susan Burns to iron out the matter.

    United Opposition demands U.S. to comply with Kenya's court order on setting up Ebola facility
  13. Capital News

    Embassy Kenya’s Chargé d’affaires Susan Burns visited Bulkstream Limited on Monday while the grain was being offloaded.

    U.S. Grain Shipment Launches Agricultural Innovation Program in Kenya Mombasa,

Friday 17 July

  1. US and Kenya sign $2.5 billion five-year health deal

    Kenya and the US have officially signed a cooperation framework valued at $2.5 billion (Sh325 billion) to support Kenya's attainment of Universal Health Coverage, signed by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi alongside US Chargé d'Affaires Susan Burns.

    17 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Kenya, US sign five-year USD1.6 billion health cooperation agreement

    Kenya and the United States have signed a five-year health cooperation agreement worth approximately USD1.6 billion (Sh206 billion) to strengthen the country's healthcare system and advance Universal Health Coverage. The Strategic Objective Grant Agreement, signed by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi with a US delegation, establishes a framework to guide health cooperation, align US investments with Kenya's health priorities, and strengthen local institutions and infrastructure.

    15 July 2026 · Capital News

Monday 6 July

  1. US envoy says World Cup unites people across cultures

    Acting United States Ambassador to Kenya Susan Burns said the FIFA World Cup 2026, being hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is demonstrating sport's power to bring people together across cultures and introducing football to a wider American audience.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. US Ambassador says World Cup unites people across cultures

    Acting US Ambassador Susan Burns told Citizen TV that the FIFA World Cup demonstrates sport's power to bring people together across cultures and is fueling football's growing popularity in the United States, which is co-hosting the tournament with Canada and Mexico.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 1 July

  1. U.S. celebrates 250 years of independence at Nairobi embassy

    The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi hosted a reception marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, bringing together Kenyan government officials, diplomats, and business leaders to celebrate shared democratic values, innovation, and trade partnerships.

    1 July 2026 · Capital News

  2. Mudavadi welcomes U.S. trade focus, seeks bilateral agreement

    Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has welcomed the Trump administration's shift in U.S.-Africa policy from aid-focused to trade and investment-driven, and said Kenya looks forward to concluding negotiations on a bilateral trade agreement with the United States.

    1 July 2026 · Capital News

Friday 12 June

  1. Kenya, US confirm July 2026 health partnership rollout on track

    Kenya and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening health sector cooperation, with key milestones on track for a July 1, 2026 implementation deadline under their joint health partnership framework. The progress review emerged during a meeting between Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and a US delegation led by US Chargé d'Affaires Susan Burns.

    12 June 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Trump nominates career diplomat Henry Wooster as US ambassador to Kenya

    US President Donald Trump has nominated career diplomat Henry Wooster as US ambassador to Kenya, ending a vacancy since Meg Whitman resigned in November 2024. The White House forwarded Wooster's nomination to the US Senate on Monday, June 1, for consideration and confirmation.

    2 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 31 May

  1. Opposition leaders demand U.S. respect Kenya court order on Ebola facility

    United Opposition leaders are demanding that the U.S. government comply with court orders halting the establishment of an Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya, and insist that Kenyans must be consulted through a public participation exercise in Laikipia.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 5 May

  1. 47,000 metric tons U.S. wheat arrives to fund Kenya livestock feed innovation

    More than 47,000 metric tons of American grain arrived in Mombasa, with proceeds funding the Food for Progress Livestock Innovation and Feed Transformation (LIFT) project to enhance livestock productivity and access to premium feed ingredients in Kenya.

    5 May 2026 · Capital News

  2. US envoy calls on Kenyan media for ethics and transparency

    At the University of Nairobi, U.S. Chief of Mission Susan Burns urged Kenyan media to strengthen ethical standards and disclose external financial influence, warning that undisclosed funding and practices like ghostwritten opinion pieces and paid content without disclosure risk eroding public trust in journalism.

    5 May 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 28 April

  1. NSSF shifts investment focus toward private equity partnerships

    The National Social Security Fund is diversifying its investment portfolio away from traditional asset classes toward private equity, with plans to grow its portfolio from approximately Ksh.5.7 billion to Ksh.1 trillion by next year.

    28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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