This afternoon, the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) President, Dr. Erick Rutto, hosted a high-level delegation from the Asian African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AACCI) led by Founder and Chairman Dr. G.D. Singh, Director General Mr. M.J. Puri, Kenya Chapter President Ms. Nancy Muthoni, and Director Ms. Jackie Ayiro.

The courtesy visit marked the beginning of meaningful engagements between KNCCI and AACCI, with a shared commitment to fostering trade, investment, and industrial partnerships across Africa and Asia. The meeting featured in-depth discussions with key stakeholders aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in strategic sectors critical to economic growth.

Key Areas of Collaboration Discussed:

Affordable Housing

The delegation explored the potential of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models to drive affordable housing initiatives in Kenya. Discussions focused on land acquisition, government-backed guarantees to support project uptake, and engaging local companies in construction through Double AA contractors.

Agriculture & Digitalization

The team emphasized the importance of formalizing SMEs in agriculture and embracing AgriTech solutions to enhance productivity. The digital transformation of Kenya’s agriculture sector emerged as a key priority, with AACCI offering support for technological integration.

Industrial Opportunities

Opportunities in Kenya’s construction and manufacturing sectors were also discussed, including possibilities for value addition and local industrial development through cross-continental expertise and capital investment.

Trade & Investment

The leaders explored organizing joint trade missions, including India–Africa business delegations, B2B matchmaking forums, and the establishment of a dedicated Investment Centre. The team also reviewed potential collaborations in special economic zones, increased imports from India, and strengthened bilateral commodity exchange.

Upcoming Joint Initiatives

The AACCI team shared updates on the upcoming “Prime Billionaires” event in Dubai this October, which will serve as a platform for Africa–Asia networking, deal-making, and showcasing investment-ready opportunities from Kenya and the region.

This impactful visit, coordinated by the AACCI Kenya Chapter, laid the groundwork for long-term collaboration between the two chambers. Both sides expressed their commitment to deepening partnerships, driving innovation, and creating shared prosperity across the continents.