KNCCI Elgeyo Marakwet County today hosted its inaugural two-day Elgeyo Marakwet International Business Summit  a major milestone for the region’s business community.

The Summit opened with strong representation from the KNCCI Elgeyo Marakwet Chapter, led by the County Chairman, Directors and the County CCM, who welcomed delegates and guided the Chamber’s hosting duties.

They were joined by senior national KNCCI leadership Chamber President Dr. Erick Rutto,  Western Region Director John Shimaka, CEO K.K. Mutai and Director Shadrack Kiprono reinforcing the Chamber’s unified commitment to supporting enterprise growth across the county.

Top government leaders also graced the event, including PS Dr. Chris Kiptoo, Governor Wisley Kipyegon Rotich, Deputy Governor Prof. Grace Cheserek and Senator Kisang William Kipkemoi, signalling strong public sector backing for Elgeyo Marakwet’s investment agenda.

The leaders toured all exhibition tents, interacting directly with more than 50 exhibitors across agribusiness, manufacturing, services and innovation.

Their conversations highlighted the county’s enormous potential  a true sleeping giant especially as the Governor’s administration pushes for industrial investment, land reform, modern agriculture and value-addition initiatives.