The President of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) Dr. Erick Rutto and Lilian Tomitom High Commissioner-designate of the Kenya High Commissioner in Zambia.

Discussions centered on identifying and mitigating mutual trade barriers to facilitate smoother business operations across borders, with a special emphasis on sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and technology. A significant part of the agenda was the special focus on unlocking the Kenyan tea market in Zambia, exploring strategies to increase its presence and consumption in the Zambian market.

The Zambian High Commissioner to Kenya expressed appreciation for the close collaboration with the Kenyan High Commission to Zambia and was pleased with the introduction of Kenyan businesses. These businesses highlighted the untapped potential in value addition within Kenya and explored significant opportunities for Kenyan businesses in Zambia, particularly in areas ripe for investment that KNCCI members can capitalize on.

Additionally, the discussions addressed logistical and regulatory challenges impacting bilateral trade and explored joint initiatives for capacity building and technology transfer to boost trade efficiency. Agreements were reached on preliminary frameworks for cooperation in trade and investment, with action plans for future engagements, laying a robust foundation for strengthened economic ties and strategic cooperation between Kenya and Zambia.

Also in attendance were the Zambian High Commissioner in Kenya and the chairpersons of the KNCCI Nandi Mr Elly Chepkwony and Nyandarua Mr Joseph Theuri chapters, highlighting the broad representation and interest from various regions.