The Nairobi City County Government officials led by Dr. Anastacia Nyalita, County Executive Committee Member for Trade, Markets, and Cooperatives, paid a courtesy visit to the KNCCI headquarters, who warmly received by Chamber Vice President Mustafa Ramadhan.

The discussions focused on fostering a strategic partnership between the County Government and KNCCI to promote sustainable business development and economic growth in Nairobi.

Highlights:

  • KNCCI’s collaboration with county governments in organizing investment opportunities, exhibitions, and policy engagements that benefit MSMEs.
  • Proposals for KNCCI involvement in the annual Nairobi Festival and the organization of a tourism roundtable.
  • The Chamber Vice President introduced the Chamber Business School which is aimed at addressing certification needs
  • Both parties discussed the potential for trade enhancement and value addition through events like the Nairobi Festival, which provides small traders opportunities for networking and revenue generation.
  • Nairobi County acknowledged KNCCI’s contributions to the Nairobi Tourism Policy, with several of KNCCI’s recommendations adopted.
  • KNCCI intends to play a pivotal role in promoting tourism in the county.
  • The 2025 World Chambers Federation Congress, to be hosted in Nairobi, was highlighted as a platform for showcasing local businesses.
  • The meeting concluded with Nairobi County expressing the need for support in marketing the city as a tourism and investment hub, alongside resource mobilization for the proposed initiatives.

In attendance were Jane Wangui – NCCG Chief Officer, Marketing and Trade, George Mutiso – NCCG Chief Officer, Cooperatives, Boniface Nyamu – NCCG Chief Officer, Business and Hustler Opportunities, James Kitavi – Head of Membership Services, Stephen Osedo – Head of MSMEs and Counties, and Ruth Wadenya – Head of Partnerships,