An evening of high-level networking, inter-sectoral collaboration and business matchmaking bringing together regional leadership, sponsors and private sector players.

Key Policy Focus Areas

1️⃣ Taxes & Levies
Example: Exporters facing up to 18 different taxes. Double taxation across counties flagged.

2️⃣ Cost of Doing Business
Electricity costs 30–50% higher than some EA markets. Inland freight costs exceeding international shipping.

3️⃣ Pending Government Bills
Ksh 255B released; Ksh 65B allocated to pending bills. Continued pressure for full settlement.

The Chamber is advocating for:

* 5-year tax holiday for start-ups
* 50% reduction in county levies
* Devolution scorecard
* Expansion into new markets (e.g. DRC)

Private Sector Voice

Pradeep the propretier of Kitale 2000 Ltd highlighted licensing challenges, double taxation, and the urgent need for value addition in Trans Nzoia’s maize and wheat value chains.

Core Advocacy Pillars: Taxes. Cost of Doing Business. Pending Bills. Members urged to complete the Business Barometer.

Leadership Present:

  • Chamber President – Dr. Erick Rutto
  • Chairman, Board of Trustees – Kiprono Kittonyi
  • Regional Directors: Western (John Shimaka), North Rift (Stanley Baskwony), Nairobi (Cynthia Nyawira)
  • County Leadership: West Pokot (Mark Loriso), Busia (Amusala & Silvanus Abungu), Uasin Gishu (Willy Kenei)
  • Jiinue Growth Program: Head of Programs Daniel Biketi & Field Coordinator Daniel Kiprono
  • CCMs, Directors & Vice Chairs from across regions

Sponsors:
Absa | Equity Bank | Kenya Seed | Realest Hospitals | Stima SACCO | Pazuri Hotels | Eldobase Chemists | Pryme Schools Kitale | Tuwan High School