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Susan Burns

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

US Chargé d'Affaires to Kenya, involved in health partnership and diplomatic engagement with Kenyan officials.

2026-04-282026-10-07

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  1. September 2026
  2. Capital News

    … The event brought together conservationists, rangers, veterinary experts, diplomats and other stakeholders, including US Charge d’Affaires Susan Burns and UK High Commissioner Matt Baugh. …

    RHINO documentary brings Kenya’s conservation frontline to the big screen
  3. Capital News

    … The screening was attended by US Charge d’Affaires Susan Burns and UK High Commissioner Matt Baugh, alongside conservation leaders, rangers, veterinary experts and other stakeholder He said the expansion of habitat was becoming critical because territorial fights had resulted in …

    From survival to expansion: Kenya faces new challenge as rhino numbers grow
  4. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 18 – Nairobi Senator and Linda Mwananchi leader Edwin Sifuna has held talks with US Chargé d’Affaires Susan Burns in Nairobi, adding to a growing list of meetings he has had with foreign diplomats as his political profile rises ahead of the 2027 General Electio …

    Sifuna meets US envoy as 2027 presidential push grows
  5. August 2026
  6. Capital News

    … US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires and Head of Mission Susan Burns said the project would strengthen Kenya’s efforts to build a modern, professional and efficient police service. …

    Ruto Orders Police to Pursue Politicians Financing Political Violence Ahead of 2027
  7. July 2026
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
Tourism & Environment

Kenyan rhino conservation documentary premieres in Nairobi

The News

A documentary called RHINO, directed by Tom Martienssen and narrated by Tom Hardy, premiered in Nairobi on Saturday, following Kenyan rangers and conservation teams over five years as they work to protect black rhinos. The film, which screened in London before its African premiere, centres on the people behind Kenya's conservation efforts to rebuild populations of Africa's threatened black rhino populations.

27 September 2026 · Capital News →

Sunday 27 September

  1. Kenyan rhino conservation documentary premieres in Nairobi

    A documentary called RHINO, directed by Tom Martienssen and narrated by Tom Hardy, premiered in Nairobi on Saturday, following Kenyan rangers and conservation teams over five years as they work to protect black rhinos. The film, which screened in London before its African premiere, centres on the people behind Kenya's conservation efforts to rebuild populations of Africa's threatened black rhino populations.

    27 September 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Kenya's black rhino population reaches 1,147 amid habitat pressure

    Kenya's black rhino population has recovered to 1,147 by the end of 2025, a dramatic rebound from near extinction, but conservation efforts now face a new challenge: finding enough secure habitat as growing numbers create territorial conflicts within sanctuaries.

    27 September 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 18 September

  1. Sifuna meets US envoy amid rising 2027 presidential profile

    Nairobi Senator and Linda Mwananchi leader Edwin Sifuna held talks with US Chargé d'Affaires Susan Burns at the US Embassy residence, continuing a series of diplomatic meetings with foreign representatives as he positions himself for a possible 2027 presidential run.

    18 September 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 28 August

  1. Ruto directs police to pursue politicians financing political violence

    President William Ruto has warned politicians against hiring gangs for political violence and directed the National Police Service to pursue those who finance, organise, recruit or incite such activities, saying no political objective justifies the use of force.

    28 August 2026 · Capital News →

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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