The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), led by CEO KK Mutai, today held a meeting with senior officials from the Marsabit County Government to discuss a strategic partnership ahead of the planned Marsabit International Investors Expo, scheduled for Q1 or Q2 of 2026.

Marsabit County was represented by its Trade and Tourism leadership, including the CEC Jeremy Ledani, the Director of Trade Hussein Kasa, and the County Director of Tourism Abdulahi Ibrahim, CEO Trade and Tourism Mahad Mohamed alongside other technical officers. The engagement focused on identifying areas of collaboration that will support Marsabit’s ambition to position itself as a top investment destination in Kenya and the Horn of Africa.

The Marsabit County Government team highlighted several comparative advantages that make it a strong prospect for investors. The county is richly endowed with gold, coltan/derilium, salt, copper, and other minerals, offering significant potential for mining and value addition. Its strategic location along the cross-border corridor between Kenya and Ethiopia also positions it as a gateway for regional and international trade.

Beyond natural resources, Marsabit boasts exceptional tourism assets such as Lake Paradise, the Chalbi Desert sand dunes, Lake Turkana, and unique wildlife heritage—including the legendary Ahmed, Kenya’s most iconic elephant. The county is also known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse communities, providing opportunities for cultural tourism, conservation investments, and eco-tourism development.

Both KNCCI and the Marsabit County Government agreed to jointly organize pre-investment conferences in Nairobi in the coming months. These forums will aim to create awareness, mobilize partners, and attract both local and international investors ahead of the main expo.

KNCCI reaffirmed its commitment to supporting counties in promoting trade, investment, and enterprise development, and emphasized that the Chamber will continue to work closely with Marsabit to ensure the success of the 2026 Investors Expo.