Kenya has reaffirmed the importance of security cooperation with the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), saying partnerships aimed at addressing terrorism, instability and humanitarian crises remain critical for Africa’s development agenda.
The remarks were made after a meeting at State House Nairobi between Kenyan officials and AFRICOM Commander General Dagvin Anderson, who was accompanied by United States Embassy Charge d’Affaires Susan Burns.
Kenya said Africa continues to work closely with AFRICOM to address shared security challenges, including combating transnational threats, disrupting extremist organisations, responding to emergencies and coordinating humanitarian assistance.
“Peace, stability and security are critical ingredients for accelerated development, integration, intra-trade and prosperity,” Kenyan state house said, highlighting security as a foundation for economic growth and regional cooperation.
The engagement comes as African countries continue to strengthen international partnerships to tackle evolving security threats, particularly those linked to terrorism, violent extremism and cross-border criminal networks.
AFRICOM, the United States military command responsible for U.S. defence relations and operations across Africa, works with African governments and regional organisations through training, intelligence cooperation, counterterrorism support and humanitarian response initiatives.
Kenya has been a key security partner for the United States in East Africa, particularly in efforts to address threats posed by extremist groups operating in the region, including al-Shabaab in Somalia and other emerging security challenges.
