Themed “Investing in Tomorrow, Trading for Prosperity,” the event was organized by Afripeak Expo, led by Mr. Gao Wei, with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) as a strategic partner. Pius Rotich, General Manager of Investment Promotion at KenInvest, delivered the keynote address.

Ronald Meru (Vice Chairperson, KNCCI Nairobi Chapter) welcomed the Chinese business community to Nairobi, noting that the Nairobi business community stands to benefit through networking with foreign investors, fostering innovation.

Mr. Gao in his opening remarks, encouraged engagement in manufacturing and investments forums which will provide an opportunity for businesses to engage in high level discussions and develop new ventures.

Representing the KNCCI on behalf of its Chamber President, National Director Ken Onditi, MBS, urged investors to leverage KNCCI’s network to connect with Africa and support the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

In his keynote speech, Mr. Rotich appreciated the role of KNCCI in promotion of businesses in Kenya. He mentioned the Kenyan government is prioritizing e-mobility in the transport sector as part of its transition to green energy, and its commitment in prioritizing investment in innovation as enshrined in the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).

Key highlights:

  • Construction, manufacturing, value-addition services, and tech have been areas of employment courtesy of foreign investment opportunities
  • A business delegation from Hunan, China, expressed interest in partnering with the Edge Convention Center.
  • The expo presents valuable opportunities for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to access new markets.
  • KNCCI is dedicated to advancing cooperation in education, investment, and enhancing public-private partnerships.

Dignitaries toured various exhibitions, where 12 members showcased their products and services, alongside exhibits from the KNCCI chapters of Nairobi, Kiambu, and Nakuru.

Present included KNCCI Director Alice Mungai (Nairobi Chapter), and Virginia Waruingi (Head of Business Strategy, KNCCI)