Across the street from the the Capitol building, at the Library of Congress, yesterday, I captured the luncheon hosted by the ICCF Group during Kenyan President William Ruto’s historic visit to the United States and it was a truly remarkable experience. This event, part of the first state visit by a Kenyan leader in twenty years, was filled with moments of diplomacy, trade discussions, and international camaraderie.

Senator Christopher Coons was among the many who welcomed President Ruto to the beautiful luncheon with dignitaries from both nations engaging in vibrant conversation. Capturing the essence of these interactions through my lens was an exilirating privilege. The atmosphere was one of mutual respect and anticipation for stronger bilateral ties.

One of the most memorable moments was President Ruto’s passionate appeal for the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). As he spoke about the importance of this act for Kenyan and African economies, I focused on his expressive gestures and the attentive faces of the attendees. Each shot conveyed the significance of these discussions for the future of Kenya-US relations.

Being an African woman photographing such a pivotal event added a personal layer of significance. It was empowering to document an event that not only highlighted international cooperation but also underscored the importance of African leadership in global affairs. The luncheon was a testament to the potential for growth and partnership, and through my photography, I aimed to capture the hope and determination that filled the room.

https://internationalconservation.org/blog/kenyan-president-ruto-addresses-congressional-luncheon-on-conservation-and-africas-future?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR20DfJYs42mF3vgWsy7Q1SDNStnIAfJJvR311WZbn9NxjtK2ab5Wjv0AJc_aem_AUyXjdWDzwGODOxEdMbJtjyYw2amaRYSAjr64EWlh7Ht0FBAH2zjsinl1Gz_zvQz3o_oFwXxXOrqky9-rtM0kulU

BLOG

Posts tagged with us-congress-

Kenyan President William Ruto’s Historic US Visit