Kenya braces for Sh45 billion hit as Trump abandons diplomatic hub

US President Donald Trump after signing executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on September 5, 2025.[AFP]

Kenya is bracing for its third major economic shock from Washington in less than two years after US President Donald Trump ordered a withdrawal from 66 international organisations.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekBold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.Support Bold JournalismUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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