The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), hosted a high-level Chinese business delegation led by Mr. Pi Zhiyuan, Chairman and Director of the China–Africa Economic and Trade Working Committee & China Cooperative Trade Enterprises Association.

The delegation was formally received under the leadership of KNCCI President, Dr. Eric Rutto, who hosted the visiting investors and facilitated strategic introductions to key government agencies and private-sector stakeholders, showcasing Kenya diverse and bankable investment opportunities.

The visiting delegation comprised enterprises with strong interest in renewable energy, smart infrastructure, mining, manufacturing technologies, logistics and deep-sea fishing, sectors that align closely with Kenya’s national development priorities and private-sector-led growth agenda.

During an engagement with KenInvest, CEO Mr. John Mwendwa, OGW, delivered a comprehensive presentation outlining Kenya investment journey, covering market entry procedures, regulatory facilitation, priority growth sectors and the end-to-end support available to investors to ensure successful project implementation.

Dr. Rutto emphasized KNCCI role as a bridge between international investors and Kenya public and private sectors, highlighting opportunities for:

  • Renewable energy deployment and energy-storage solutions
  • Smart city infrastructure and urban lighting systems
  • Value-addition in mining and manufacturing
  • Logistics, shipping and trade facilitation
  • Technology-driven agriculture and industrial innovation

The engagement builds on the momentum of the Kenya Investment Forum held in Beijing in 2025 and CAETE in Changsha 2025, signaling sustained Kenya–China economic cooperation and growing investor confidence in Kenya as a preferred gateway to East and Central Africa.

The visit reaffirmed Kenya readiness to partner with Chinese enterprises on commercially viable, sustainable and mutually beneficial investments, leveraging Kenya strategic location, skilled workforce