The meeting hosted at KNCCI Secretariat offices and led by Lucy Muchoki- Director Partnerships and Programs and KNCCI CEO KK Mutai focused on strengthening trade and investment ties between Kenya and China by facilitating the participation of Kenyan businesses to participate during the Expo. The CIIE delegation was led by Zhou Zhencheng Minister Counselor of Chinese Embassy in Kenya who was accompanied by Hua Wei President of the National Exhibition & Convention Center, Jia Liu – Deputy Chief Representative ICBC Africa and Vera Otumbi trade finance specialist at Stanbic Bank Kenya

Discussions centered on identifying opportunities for Kenyan exporters, manufacturers, and investors to showcase their products and services in the Chinese market.

The parties explored potential collaboration in business mobilization, trade promotion, market access facilitation, financial solutions for Kenyan enterprises. The partnership is expected to support increased bilateral trade, investment opportunities, and sustainable economic growth through stronger engagement between the Kenyan and Chinese business communities.

The stakeholders agreed on working together to ensure a successful Kenyan participation at the 9th China International Import Expo and to maximize the commercial opportunities.

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Rockcheck Group, under the leadership of its President, Ms Catherine Junting Zhang, has committed to working closely with Sumseron Coffee Limited, led by its CEO, Mr John Seroney, to elevate Kenya’s coffee sector through investment in value addition, premium branding, sustainable sourcing and farmer empowerment. The partnership will support over 30,000 farmers across 21 cooperatives, introducing advanced technology and innovation to enhance productivity and improve traceability. Additionally, the collaboration envisions unique social impact projects, including youth engagement through a coffee-and-basketball initiative that merges enterprise development with community upliftment.

This cooperation reflects the deepening trade ties between Kenya and China. Kenya’s exports to China have surpassed USD 200 million in recent years, buoyed by the growing demand for high-quality Kenyan coffee, tea, avocados, nuts, and other agro-based commodities.

KNCCI extends heartfelt appreciation to Ms. Lynette Mwende Ndile, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in Beijing, for her critical diplomatic support in facilitating Kenya trade and investment agenda in China. We also recognize the presence of Mr. Luthando Vuba, Head of Standard Group at Stanbic Bank, and his team for their unwavering support in unlocking financial and trade access for African businesses.

In his remarks during the Expo, Mr. Fredrick Mukilya, Chief Representative of the KNCCI China Office, reaffirmed the Chamber’s commitment to building long-term, structured trade relationships between Kenyan SMEs and the Chinese market. He noted, “The Sumseron–Rockcheck partnership sets the tone for future cross-border value chain collaborations, where Kenyan SMEs and cooperatives can work with credible Chinese partners in agriculture, manufacturing, services and technology. KNCCI will continue to champion structured engagement and support our members with real market entry pathways, including certifications, packaging compliance, and joint ventures that bring jobs, exports, and value to Kenya.”

KNCCI commends the participation of its members in securing lasting market access and partners at the 8th CIIE, including the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), led by Mr Geoffrey Muriira Karau, for championing the Kenya standard quality agenda.

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