The Kisumu Ecobank Forum brought together key leaders, including Hon. Farida, Eng. Ken Onditi (KNCCI National Director), Israel Agina (Chairman, KNCCI Kisumu), Chamber leaders from Homa Bay and Kisii, and business leaders from across the Nyanza region.

Discussions focused on leveraging AfCFTA to boost trade and empower MSMEs. Key takeaways included:

Export Growth: Fish, horticulture, sugar, and value-added products identified as high-potential exports.

Financial Solutions: Ecobank showcased tailored products like export financing, digital payments, and micro-loans for MSMEs.

Empowering MSMEs: Collaboration on capacity building and digital transformation to help businesses access regional markets.

Inclusion: Women and youth enterprises highlighted as key drivers of growth.

The forum reinforced Nyanza’s potential as a trade hub, with commitments to foster collaboration and actionable steps to unlock opportunities under AfCFTA.