Ruto to Kagame: African leaders react to Donald Trump's Victory in US Election

President William Ruto has joined other world leaders in congratulating Donald Trump for winning the US Election against Vice President Kamala Harris.  

Donald Trump will be the next president of the United States. He will be only the second man in history to serve two non-consecutive terms as president.

Here he is at 78 years old, facing many scandals throughout his career, multiple court cases (criminal and civil), a conviction, sentencing in three weeks, and escaping death by a fraction of an assassination bullet.

And here he is, having persuaded what appears to be the majority of Americans to send him back to Washington and into the White House.

The postmortem is already underway in some Democratic Party circles, even though the outcome has not yet been formally announced.

President William Ruto

Your Excellency President  @realDonaldTrump,

On behalf of the government and the people of the Republic of Kenya and on my own behalf, I convey to Your Excellency my warmest congratulations on your election as the 47th President of the United States of America.

Your victory is a testament to the firm resolve of the American people to repose confidence in your visionary, bold and innovative leadership. As you embark on this phase of your  journey of leadership, Kenya stands ready to further enhance our cooperation on matters of mutual interest including trade, investment, technology & innovation, peace and security, and sustainable development.

Kenya values its longstanding partnership with the United States spanning over sixty years grounded in our shared values of democracy, development, and mutual respect. We look forward to deepening our collaboration under your leadership as we work together to address global challenges, promote peace and security and foster inclusive economic growth for the benefit of our people.

Congratulations once again, Mr. President-Elect, and may your tenure bring continued progress and unity to the United States of America and strengthen the bonds between our two great nations.

Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Tanzania President Samia Suluhu

On behalf of the Government and the people of the United Republic of Tanzania, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency @realDonaldTrumpPresident-elect of the United States of America on your election victory. Mr. President-elect, you have my best wishes.

I am looking forward to working together to strengthen the bilateral relations between Tanzania and the United States.

Mudavadi Musalia

Congratulations to President-elect  @realDonaldTrump on your historic return to office, securing a second non-consecutive term as President of the United States.

This election has been a testament to the resilience of democratic values, with Americans making their voices resoundingly heard.

 As you prepare to assume leadership, leaders worldwide anticipate the opportunity to work together once more in addressing global challenges and advancing a brighter future for all.

Prime Minister of India – Narendra Modi

Heartiest congratulations my friend @realDonaldTrump on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. Together, let’s work for the betterment of our people and to promote global peace, stability and prosperity.

Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa - President of Zimbabwe

Congratulations to President-elect @realdonaldtrump on your election victory. The world needs more leaders who speak for the people.

Zimbabwe stands ready to work with you and the American people to build a better, more prosperous and more peaceful world.

Paul Kagame - Rwanda

President-elect  @realDonaldTrump, I warmly congratulate you on behalf of the Government and people of Rwanda for your historic and decisive election as the 47th President of the United States. Your clear message has been that the United States should be a partner of choice that attracts by the force of its example, rather than by imposing its views and ways of life on others. I therefore look forward to working with you for the common benefit of both our countries in the years ahead.

Hakainde Hichilema - President of Zambia

Warmest congratulations to the people of the #USA, on the election of Mr Donald J Trump as 47th President. This historic achievement demonstrates the people’s freedom to choose their leaders. We look forward to strengthening our bilateral cooperation & deepening our ties.????

Cyril Ramaphosa – South Africa

Congratulations to United States President-Elect  @realDonaldTrump on your return to the Presidency.

I look forward to continuing the close and mutually beneficial partnership between our two nations across all domains of our cooperation.

In the global arena, we look forward to our Presidency of the G20 in 2025, where we will work closely with the US who will succeed us in the G20 Presidency in 2026.