The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) delegation embarked on a pivotal engagement with the COMESA Business Council (CBC) in Zambia, reinforcing the commitment to driving cross-border trade and economic collaboration.

Hosted by CBC CEO Mr. Teddy Soobramanien, the meeting saw the participation of key trade and business leaders, including Mr. Roy Ombajo (Trade Attaché, Kenya High Commission), Mr. Dickson Mboloji (CBC Business Manager), and Ms. Salome Puri (CBC Communication Officer).

The discussion was nothing short of transformative, focusing on:

🔹 Expanding Market Access – Supporting KNCCI’s SMEs in penetrating the Zambian market.
🔹 Enhancing Regional Trade – Strengthening intra-Africa commerce under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
🔹 Strengthening Partnerships – KNCCI invited to join CBC membership, fostering deeper collaboration.
🔹 Major Business Events Ahead – CBC CEO Mr. Soobramanien confirmed his participation in the upcoming WCF Summit in April 2025 and committed to leveraging CBC’s networks to amplify the event’s reach.
🔹 Kenya-Zambia Trade Mission Incoming – CBC announced plans for a high-impact trade mission to Kenya, with KNCCI facilitating engagements between Kenyan and Zambian businesses.

A Future of Boundless Trade Opportunities

This engagement underscores KNCCI’s proactive approach to regional trade, ensuring that Kenyan businesses gain access to broader markets, investment opportunities, and strategic business partnerships. By fostering trade connections across COMESA and AfCFTA, KNCCI is creating real value for SMEs and large enterprises alike.

As CBC gears up for its trade mission to Kenya, businesses can look forward to new opportunities, bilateral trade expansion, and stronger economic ties between Kenya and Zambia.