US Ambassador to Kenya encourages US travellers to visit Kenya
The US ambassador to Kenya, Michael E.Ranneberger, has taken the unusual step of writing an open letter to American travelers and businesspeople throughout the United States urging them to consider a visit to Kenya following the establishment of the new “Grand Coalition” government. According to the US ambassador, Kenyan President Kibaki and Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga are working closely together to forge this new coalition of parties in a new spirit of goodwill and unity. He also said: “I urge you to look again at Kenya as an exciting destination for tourism and for doing business, be it trade or investment. In 2007, a record 102,000 Americans visited Kenya, many to enjoy the richness of the country’s culture and the majesty of its landscapes and unparalleled wildlife.” He added: “I hope you’ll consider visiting Kenya as a tourist or businessperson in 2008. The country is very much back in business and this is an exciting time to be here. There is a tangible spirit of renewed hope and opportunity. You’ll find Kenyans to be welcoming and warm." “I hope to see you here soon,” the US ambassador concluded.